HDD Driller

About Us

Michels Trenchless Pty Ltd is part of the global Michels family of companies. We specialise in trenchless underground construction for pipeline, energy, and infrastructure projects across Australia. Based in Wangaratta, Victoria, we operate a large fleet of maxi-HDD rigs and have a skilled drilling team. As a family-owned business, we value integrity, dedication and diversity. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. As we continue to grow and expand, we actively seek to include people from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences in our team.  

The Role

We’re hiring a Driller to join our Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) crew. This is a Fly-In-Fly-Out role on a 2:1 roster. Point of hire is Wangaratta or any major city.

Responsibilities include:

• Drilling in the horizontal directional drilling method using HDD drilling rigs with a capacity of over 500 tons of pulling force


• Coordinating and instructing the drilling helpers


• Independent work with modern technical systems and machines


• Inspection, care and maintenance of drilling rigs


• Precise and complete management of drilling protocols


• Compliance with occupational health and safety regulations


• Compliance with safety and cleanliness standards on the construction site

Why Michels Trenchless Pty Ltd?

• We expand the limits of and are a world leader in trenchless construction


• We will never ask you to prioritise speed ahead of safety


• We are family owned and operated, guided by our core values


• We share experience and insights to develop industry leaders


• We value and care about our people and their families, providing development opportunities and competitive benefits

Why you?

• You are an experienced professional in HDD drilling


• You are reliable, self-motivated, and willing to learn


• You understand the immense responsibility and importance of safety


• You want to take the lead with evolving technology


• You enjoy knowing the best work requires a total team effort


• You like to know your contributions are building a better future

What it takes:

• Current driver’s licence


• White Card


• First aid certificate


• 10+ years of experience operating HDD Drilling equipment


• Cert III in Trenchless Technology or Drilling (or equivalent)


• Experience operating HDD or general construction machinery such as pumps and basic mechanical knowledge


• Willing to work in remote locations and ability to work 12-hours days


• Willing to work on roster 2:1


• Willing to travel to other countries if required by projects


• Leadership experience


• Physically Fit


• Enjoy working outdoors in a team-focused environment


• Ability to adapt to an ever-changing work environment safely & efficiently


• Commitment to Company HSE regulations and site-specific rules


• Able to pass a mine site Medical, Drug and Alcohol Screen


• Able to provide National Police Clearance


• Must have existing Australian work rights