At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead or assist HDD crews on major telecommunications projects across Victoria and NSW.
- Company: ROC Communications, a growing contractor in telecommunications and civil infrastructure.
- Benefits: Stable work, competitive pay, career progression, and full uniforms provided.
- Other info: Opportunities for both experienced and developing professionals in a dynamic environment.
- Why this job: Join a supportive team and make an impact on exciting infrastructure projects.
- Qualifications: Experience in horizontal directional drilling and ability to read construction drawings.
The predicted salary is between 72000 - 88000 $ per year.
ROC Communications is seeking an experienced Horizontal Directional Driller / Tracker / Steerer to lead or assist HDD crews in delivering major telecommunications and civil infrastructure projects across Victoria and NSW. Based from our new Melbourne facility in Laverton North, you will play a key role in the safe and efficient delivery of HDD works across metro and regional projects. Two positions are available and we are open to a variety of drilling experience.
- Operate Vermeer and/or Ditch Witch drilling rigs
- Track drill heads and maintain accurate bore alignment
- Undertake service locating and accurately interpret underground asset information
- Read and interpret construction drawings and Dial Before You Dig (DBYD) plans
- Ensure works are completed safely, efficiently, and in line with project specifications, quality standards, and timelines
- Complete daily reporting and site documentation
- Work across metro and regional sites and travel as required
- Work varied shifts, including night works with notice
About you
- Proven experience in horizontal directional drilling (HDD) within telecommunications and/or civil construction, ideally on carrier / Tier 1 infrastructure projects
- Hands-on experience operating Vermeer and/or Ditch Witch drilling rigs
- Demonstrated tracking experience and ability to maintain accurate bore alignment
- Experience undertaking service locating and interpreting underground asset information
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and Dial Before You Dig (DBYD) plans
- Reliable, self-motivated and capable of working effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Strong focus on safety, quality, and accountability
- For Team Leader applicants, demonstrated experience leading and mentoring crews in the field
- HR or MR Truck Licence (HC highly regarded)
- White Card (Construction Induction)
- First Aid
About us
ROC Communications is an established telecommunications and civil infrastructure contractor delivering large-scale fibre, network and utility projects throughout Australia. With a growing Victorian presence and a new operations facility in Laverton North, we offer long-term career opportunities, a strong project pipeline of secured work, and a supportive team culture.
- Stable, long-term work with a growing national contractor
- Career progression into a senior position
- Variety of metro and regional projects
- Supportive team environment
- Competitive hourly rates + penalty rates + regular overtime
- Full uniforms and PPE supplied
Whether you're an experienced or developing HDD Driller / Tracker / Steerer looking to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you.
Horizontal Directional Driller / Tracker / Steerer / Assistant in Melbourne employer: ROC Communications
ROC Communications is an excellent employer, offering a supportive team culture and long-term career opportunities in the telecommunications and civil infrastructure sector. With a new facility in Laverton North, employees benefit from a strong project pipeline, competitive pay, and the chance to progress into leadership roles while working on diverse metro and regional projects.
