Directional Driller / Directional Drill Tracker
Construction · Port Adelaide, Adelaide SA, Australia · Full-Time · $40 - $48/hr
Have you spent years on HDD jobs, either on the drill or tracking the bore? An established Australian infrastructure operation in Port Adelaide is looking for a Directional Driller or Directional Drill Tracker who can prove their experience through real project work, practical HDD skills and a dependable track record.
You will work on a range of projects where technical know-how, safe decisions and steady workmanship are a must. If your background is in service locating, you are encouraged to apply too.
The employer wants people who can show what they have actually done, how they work and the standards they keep on site. For experienced overseas professionals, sponsorship is available for suitable candidates who meet the skills, experience and eligibility criteria and genuinely want a long-term career in Australia. That includes HDD hands from the Philippines, the Middle East and elsewhere.
Key Responsibilities
- Run and track horizontal directional drilling equipment on HDD work for infrastructure and utility projects
- Take on projects across power, communications, water, sewer and gas
- Understand each project's requirements and stick to approved drilling procedures
- Keep an eye on drilling progress and keep site operations efficient
- Help with service locating and identifying underground utilities when needed
- Follow workplace procedures, project systems and compliance requirements, and keep strict safety and quality standards on every project
- Keep operational and project records accurate
- Check and look after drilling equipment, reporting any issues straight away
- Work well with drilling crews, supervisors and other site staff, communicating clearly and professionally
- Spot possible operational or safety problems and respond the right way
- Deliver the same standard of workmanship on every project and help keep the site professional, organised and safety-focused
Requirements & Eligibility
- Demonstrated professional experience in directional drilling or drill tracking, with strong hands-on horizontal directional drilling skills
- Able to provide evidence of your previous HDD employment and experience
- Holds relevant industry qualifications, licences or accreditations
- Experience in service locating is an advantage
- Demonstrated commitment to workplace health and safety, and a professional approach to quality, safety and compliance
- A reliable, consistent work history
- Strong communication and people skills, and able to work effectively within a professional site team
- A high level of attention to detail, a strong work ethic and a dependable attitude
- Able to follow structured systems, procedures and documentation requirements
- Can adapt to different project requirements and work environments
- Overseas applicants with relevant, demonstrable HDD experience are encouraged to apply
- Willing to relocate to Australia for long-term employment
- Sponsorship is available for suitably qualified and experienced candidates
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