Driller

Driller 

Codmah Pty Ltd

Locations: Queensland (QLD), Northern Territory (NT) and Christmas Island

Employment Type: Full-time

About the Role

Codmah Pty Ltd is seeking experienced Drillers to operate Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) equipment across multiple project locations in Queensland, Northern Territory and Christmas Island.

This role involves assembling, positioning and operating drilling rigs and associated equipment to support trenchless construction and underground infrastructure projects. You will be required to travel and work across various remote and regional sites.

Key Responsibilities

Operate HDD rigs and associated drilling equipment for underground installations

Execute drilling activities including setup, pilot boring, reaming, and pullback

Interpret construction drawings, bore plans, and technical specifications

Monitor drilling conditions and adjust operations to maintain alignment and safety

Assemble, dismantle, relocate and maintain drilling rigs and plant

Perform routine maintenance, inspections, and minor repairs

Maintain drilling logs, records, and daily reports

Operate auxiliary plant such as pumps and fluid systems

Ensure compliance with workplace health and safety requirements

Communicate effectively with supervisors and crew members

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

Australian certificate 3 or equivalent employment experience. Minimum of 1+ years experience working as Driller, but several years of experience is preferred

Proven experience working on complex drilling projects and varying ground conditions

Ability to interpret technical documentation and plans

Experience with large-scale drilling rigs (100T+ preferred)

Strong commitment to safety and teamwork

Other Requirements 

Construction White Card

Current Driver’s Licence