HDD Steer Hand

Michels Trenchless Pty. Ltd. is part of the Michels Family of Companies, a global leader in energy and infrastructure construction. Michels has become a world leader in HDD by designing, building and mastering the use of powerful rigs and completing record breaking HDD projects. Our team has a world-class resume of successful projects and an eagerness to build our reputation and our team within Australia. Our people deliver consistent quality, safety, and performance. Do you? Our work improves lives. Find out how a career with Michels Trenchless can change yours.

As an HDD Steer Hand you will be responsible for the alignment, maintenance, and operation of steering equipment for the construction of Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) projects. This position must operate steering equipment to successfully deliver the client’s project requirements, and is responsible for all steering activities at the project site including equipment, procedures, and effective troubleshooting and analysis. It is essential to possess strong written and verbal communication skills. Critical for success are excellent attention to detail and sound problem solving skills. 

WHY MICHELS TRENCHLESS?

We expand the limits of and are a world leader in trenchless constructionWe will never ask you to prioritise speed ahead of safetyWe are family owned and operated, guided by our core valuesWe share experience and insights to develop industry leadersWe value and care about our people and their families, providing development opportunities and competitive benefits. 

WHY YOU?

You are reliable, self-motivated, and goal orientedYou understand the immense responsibility and importance of safetyYou want to take the lead with evolving technologyYou enjoy knowing the best work requires a total team effortYou like to know your contributions are building a better future

WHAT IT TAKES:

High School Certificate and 3-5 years of experience surveying for complex HDD projectsAdvanced math skillsExperience utilising survey equipment such as a GPS, Total Station, etc.Experience with steering programsA valid driver licence for the type(s) of vehicles you may be driving and an acceptable driving recordMust be eligible to work in AustraliaAbility to pass a comprehensive pre-employment drug and alcohol screen and police check.

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