HDD Drillers, Trackers & Offsiders

Cablenet Industries is expanding its civil construction capability and establishing a dedicated Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) crew.

We are currently seeking applications for the following positions:

HDD Offsiders

The roles will support telecommunications infrastructure projects across Melbourne and regional Victoria.

About the roles

Depending on your position and experience, your responsibilities may include:

• Operating horizontal directional drilling equipment


• Tracking and locating drill heads


• Setting up drilling equipment, tooling and work areas


• Mixing and managing drilling fluids


• Potholing and identifying underground services


• Installing telecommunications conduits


• Completing daily plant checks and site documentation


• Maintaining equipment and keeping work areas organised


• Working safely around existing underground infrastructure


• Supporting the crew to complete works efficiently and to a high standard

What we are looking for

For Drillers and Trackers:

• Previous HDD experience in telecommunications, utilities or civil construction


• Good knowledge of underground services and safe excavation practices


• Ability to read plans and understand bore profiles


• Strong attention to safety, quality and equipment care


• Ability to work effectively as part of a crew

For Offsiders:

• Civil construction or telecommunications experience is preferred but not essential


• A positive attitude and willingness to learn


• Physically capable and comfortable working outdoors


• Reliable, punctual and able to follow instructions


• Interest in developing a long-term career in HDD and civil construction

The following will be highly regarded:

• Construction Industry White Card


• HR or HC truck licence


• Excavator or other relevant plant tickets


• First Aid, Traffic Management or Rail Industry Worker qualifications


• Experience working within telecommunications or utility networks

What Cablenet offers

• Competitive rates based on position and experience


• Consistent work across established telecommunications projects


• Modern equipment and a strong commitment to maintaining our plant


• Training and development opportunities


• Career progression as the HDD division grows


• A practical and supportive team environment


• A company that values safety, quality and reliability

About Cablenet Industries

Cablenet Industries is an established telecommunications infrastructure contractor delivering fibre, civil construction and network projects across Victoria.

We pride ourselves on completing work safely, professionally and to a high standard while maintaining strong relationships with our clients and employees.

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