Job Description
Cablenet Industries is expanding its civil construction capability and establishing a dedicated Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) crew.
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We are currently seeking applications for the following positions:
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HDD Offsiders
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The roles will support telecommunications infrastructure projects across Melbourne and regional Victoria.
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About the roles
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Depending on your position and experience, your responsibilities may include:
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Operating horizontal directional drilling equipment
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Tracking and locating drill heads
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Setting up drilling equipment, tooling and work areas
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Mixing and managing drilling fluids
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Potholing and identifying underground services
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Installing telecommunications conduits
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Completing daily plant checks and site documentation
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Maintaining equipment and keeping work areas organised
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Working safely around existing underground infrastructure
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Supporting the crew to complete works efficiently and to a high standard
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What we are looking for
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For Drillers and Trackers:
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Previous HDD experience in
telecommunications,
utilities or civil construction
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Good knowledge of underground services and secure excavation practices
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Ability to read plans and understand bore profiles
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Strong attention to safety, quality and equipment care
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Ability to work effectively as part of a crew
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For Offsiders:
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Civil construction or telecommunications experience is preferred but not essential
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A positive attitude and willingness to learn
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Physically capable and comfortable working outdoors
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Reliable, punctual and able to follow instructions
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Interest in developing a long-term career in HDD and civil construction
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The following will be highly regarded:
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Construction Industry White Card
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HR or HC truck licence
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Excavator or other relevant plant tickets
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First Aid, Traffic Management or Rail Industry Worker qualifications
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Experience working within telecommunications or utility networks
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What Cablenet offers
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Competitive rates based on position and experience
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Consistent work across established telecommunications projects
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Modern equipment and a strong commitment to maintaining our plant
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Training and development opportunities
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Career progression as the HDD division grows
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A practical and supportive team environment
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A company that values safety, quality and reliability
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About Cablenet Industries
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Cablenet Industries is an established telecommunications infrastructure contractor delivering fibre, civil construction and network projects across Victoria.
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We pride ourselves on completing work safely, professionally and to a high standard while maintaining strong relationships with our clients and employees.

📌 Hdd Drillers, Trackers & Offsiders (Victoria)
🏢 Cablenet Industries
📍 Victoria