Horizontal Directional Drilling Supervisor

MME Underground Services specialises in the installation of underground infrastructure by trenchless technologies and civil construction methods. We deliver projects in the Perth metropolitan area and including the heart of the Perth CBD.

We are currently looking for an experienced Horizontal Directional Drilling Supervisor with a minimum of 5 years experience supervising and preferred experience working on the Western Power network to join the team located at our Belmont facility.

The Supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day implementation of a site’s construction plan, as delegated by the Site Manager, to ensure its safe, effective and efficient delivery.  This may involve planning, preparing, initiating, monitoring, adjusting and reporting on the delivery of the works, and monitoring of day labour’s and subcontractors’ performance.

Position Requirements

• Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to the work activity.
• Relay HSEQ rules and regulations, legislation and specific site instructions to team and subcontractors.
• Conduct site HSEQ audits as required, and, if necessary, direct the implementation of corrective measures.
• Contribute to the identification of site-specific delivery risks, and contingencies to be allowed for in the execution of the  works
• Oversee site set-up, mobilisation and demobilisation as directed by the Site Manager.
• Monitor the availability of materials to meet work schedules and the requirements of the works package.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with internal and external clients and key stakeholders as appropriate to the role.
• Provide support for the HDD Drillers and Driller Offsiders personnel, to ensure that the quality of the expected outcomes of the works.
• Manage the performance of day labour and subcontractors, and provide coaching as required to support their development.

Essential criteria:

• Minimum 5 years experience in Supervising Horizonal Directional Drilling
• Strong supervisory and people management skills
• Must be able to read and interpret plans/drawings and as constructed drawings
• High regard for safety and quality
• Intermediate computer skills

Desirable criteria:

• Knowledge of Western Power requirements
• Western Power NAC Card
• First Aid Certificate

The position is full-time for an immediate start, working with an excellent team on great pay and conditions.

MME is an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders peoples and women.