Plant and Machinery Operators (Construction)

Full time

40 to 50 per hour

Directional Drilling

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About the opportunity

ROC Communications is seeking an experienced Team Leader to Drilling to lead HDD crews delivering major telecommunications and civil infrastructure projects across Victoria and NSW. Based from our new Laverton North (Melbourne) facility, you'll be responsible for overseeing a directional drilling crew, operating drill rigs, and ensuring safe, high-quality project delivery across metro and regional works.

Key responsibilities

Lead, mentor and coordinate directional drilling crews on telecommunications and civil infrastructure projects

Operate Vermeer and/or Ditch Witch drilling rigs

Maintain accurate bore alignment and tracking

Undertake service locating and 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

Manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment

Ensure equipment maintenance and readiness

Liaise with Supervisors, Project Managers and clients

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, including on carrier / Tier 1 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

Strong leadership capability, with experience leading crews on site

Reliable, proactive, and able to manage multiple tasks in a quick-paced environment

Strong focus on safety, quality, and accountability

HR or MR Truck License (HC highly regarded)

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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 opportunities, a strong project pipeline and a supportive team culture.

- Full-time employment and strong pipeline of metro and regional work
- Competitive hourly rates + penalty rates + regular overtime
- Supportive team environment
- Full uniforms and PPE supplied

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📌 Directional Driller, Team Leader (Melbourne)
🏢 ROC Communications
📍 Melbourne