At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead HDD crews, manage projects, and ensure efficient drilling operations.
- Company: Join a leading company in the HDD industry with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career growth, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for mentorship and professional development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the HDD field while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in HDD operations and strong leadership abilities required.
The predicted salary is between 82800 - 101200 $ per year.
Reporting directly to senior management, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day performance of our HDD division.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Lead and manage multiple HDD crews across active projects
- Drive daily and weekly production targets and metres delivered
- Plan drill crew allocation, plant, tooling and supporting resources
- Ensure drill crews are productive and downtime is minimised
- Monitor production performance and identify constraints before they impact delivery
- Coordinate drill shots, site preparation, locating, mud management, reaming and pullback operations
- Manage HDD equipment, tooling, drill rods, reamers, sonde systems and associated plant
- Take ownership of equipment condition, preventative maintenance and breakdown management
- Ensure operators complete daily pre-starts and equipment inspections
- Reduce unnecessary plant damage, misuse and avoidable repair costs
- Work with project and operations teams to develop realistic construction and drilling programs
- Manage subcontract HDD crews where required
- Mentor drillers, locators and developing operators
- Maintain strong standards around safety, quality and site presentation
- Review difficult bores and assist crews with drilling methodology, tooling selection and problem solving
- Provide management with clear reporting on metres, productivity, downtime, equipment and crew performance
HDD Superintendent – Horizontal Directional Drilling in Melbourne employer: Conan civil
As an HDD Superintendent in our dynamic and supportive work environment, you will thrive in a culture that prioritises safety, quality, and continuous improvement. We offer competitive benefits, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to lead innovative projects in a growing sector. Join us in a location that fosters collaboration and encourages personal growth, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
We think you need these skills to ace HDD Superintendent – Horizontal Directional Drilling in Melbourne
Leadership
Project Management
Production Planning
Performance Monitoring
HDD Equipment Management
Preventative Maintenance
Problem Solving
