Directional Driller
Visa sponsorship
Construction · Adelaide, SA, Australia · Full-Time · $40 - $48/hr · Visa: Employer sponsored
Horizontal directional drilling on power, communications, water, sewer and gas projects is the work in this Directional Driller role in Adelaide, which is also open to Directional Drill Trackers. The employer wants people who can point to real HDD projects and a dependable record, not just a job title.
On site you would run or track the drill to approved procedures, monitor progress, look after the equipment and keep crews informed, making safe decisions and keeping workmanship consistent from job to job. Service locating experience is also welcome. Sponsorship is available for suitably qualified and experienced candidates. UK drillers from utility and telecoms projects will find the work familiar.
On your CV, list the HDD project types you have worked on, the tracking equipment you use and your tickets and licences. Pin down your directional drilling projects in a Build AI CV before you apply.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate and track horizontal directional drilling equipment on infrastructure and utility projects
- Interpret project requirements, drill to approved procedures and monitor progress to keep the site efficient
- Help with service locating and identifying underground utilities when required
- Work on power, communications, water, sewer and gas jobs, keeping strict safety and quality standards and consistent workmanship
- Follow procedures, project systems and compliance requirements, keeping accurate operational and project records
- Inspect and maintain drilling equipment and report faults quickly
- Communicate clearly with drilling crews, supervisors and other site staff
- Identify operational or safety risks early, respond appropriately and help keep the site tidy and safety-focused
Requirements & Eligibility
- Demonstrated professional experience in directional drilling or drill tracking, with strong hands-on HDD operations experience
- Evidence of previous HDD employment and experience
- Relevant industry qualifications, licences or accreditations
- Service locating experience is advantageous
- A demonstrated commitment to workplace health and safety
- A steady, reliable employment record
- Good communication and people skills and works well in a professional site team
- Close attention to detail, a strong work ethic and a dependable attitude
- Follows structured systems, procedures and documentation, with a professional approach to quality, safety and compliance
- Adapts to different projects and working environments
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