Horizontal Directional Driller
Job No:
RS298584
Location:
Perth WA
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EARN OTE $140,000 - $160,000 | $40 to $50 ph + Super + Loadings + Car + Fuel Card + Travel
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Indigenous-Owned, Located In Perth, Specialising In Directional Drilling & Quality Infrastructure
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Paid Training Certs Available | Career Growth | Supportive + Inclusive Team | Immediate Start
About The Company
Our client is an Indigenous-owned and operated organisation providing civil construction, electrical, and directional drilling services. With a strong focus on community, safety, and industry best practices, they are proud to offer high-quality solutions across Western Australia while supporting Aboriginal employment and development.
About The Opportunity
The primary purpose of this position is to lead and manage the daily activities of the drilling crew, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality execution of HDD projects across metro and regional WA.
Reporting directly to Operations Supervisors and the Project Manager, your responsibilities will include:
- Operating HDD rigs such as Vermeer or Ditch Witch
- Reading and interpreting plans, drawings, and service locators
- Completing daily paperwork including risk assessments, bore logs, and excavation permits
- Maintaining safety standards and managing site operations
- Conducting equipment maintenance and inspections
- Leading a team onsite, ensuring task delegation and best practices
About You
The successful candidate will have:
- Minimum 2 years' experience operating HDD rigs and leading a crew
- Certificate III in Trenchless Technology, White Card, Pit & Pipe Certification (desirable)
- HR Truck Licence (required), ILPUA Certs, First Aid/CPR (desirable)
- Strong ability to read and interpret technical plans
- Proficient with systems such as OneDrive or WorkBuddy (desirable)
- Excellent teamwork, leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
What's in it for You?
- LAFHA When Working Regionally
- 1.5–2 Weeks Time Off Over Christmas Break
- Work Across Perth Metro, FIFO, & Regional WA Sites
- Company Car + Fuel Card Provided For All Work Travel
- Opportunity For Upskilling – Training Costs Fully Covered
- Full-Time Role With Strong Project Pipeline & Career Growth
- Supportive, Inclusive Team Environment With Strong Leadership
- $40–$50/Hour + 1.5x Pay After 40 Hours, First 3 hours of Saturdays, & Double-Time Sundays
Apply today and don't miss out on starting this opportunity as soon as possible!
