About the opportunity

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.

Key responsibilities - Driller / Tracker

- 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

Don't tick every box? If you have relevant experience and a strong attitude, we encourage you to apply.

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 recent operations facility in Laverton North, we offer long-term career opportunities, a strong project pipeline of secured work, and a supportive team culture.

Benefits

- 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. Apply via Seek, or contact us at [email protected] for more information or a confidential discussion.

📌 Horizontal Directional Driller / Tracker / Steerer / Assistant (Laverton North)
🏢 ROC Communications
📍 Laverton North