AddressCape Dunstans stands at the forefront of Australia's Utility and Mining Services sector, with a legacy of over three decades in the industry. As an integral part of the CFC group, Cape Dunstans operates as a dynamic service business with a primary focus on project delivery. Our highly skilled teams specialise in HDD pipeline services for water, gas, sewer, and stormwater applications. We are a "Safe Pair of Hands," and strive to be the go-to choose for clients seeking unwavering reliability.
In addition to our proficiency in infrastructure installation, we are industry leaders in mobile crushing and screening. At the core of our operations is a steadfast commitment to our guiding principle: "to do what we say we will do, even when it is hard." This principle underscores our dedication to integrity, accountability, and exceeding client expectations.
Central to our business ethos is placing the customer at the heart of every endeavour. We are driven by the mission to deliver exceptional value by aligning and integrating customised solutions across our diverse service offerings. Our commitment to transparency and reliability is encapsulated in our RIPPA values, serving as the guiding principles that shape our actions, behaviours, and decision-making processes.
At Cape Dunstans, we don't just meet expectations; we surpass them, setting a benchmark for excellence in Horizontal Directional Drilling Services.At Cape Dunstans, we are looking to attract and retain talented people who:
- strive for excellence in everything they do
- enjoy working as part of a team
- concerned about the environment and country; and
- like to contribute to the local community and wider charitable interests.
Due to increases in our ongoing project works, we are currently seeking a number of experienced HDD Rig hands available for a 2/1 roster FIFO .
Our HDD Rig Hands are responsible for assisting the operation of the horizontal directional drill and associated ground equipment for Cape Dunstans Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) Projects. Key responsibilities include handling drill pipe and down-hole equipment, wire-lining, maintaining the rig floor and operation of HDD related equipment such as pumps.
The role will include:- Loading and unloading drill pipe from the directional drilling rig.
- Completing wireline connections.
- On-going inspection and cleaning of down-hole tooling including threads and connections.
- Ensuring down hole tooling not in use is cleaned and has caps on all threads/connections.
- Monitoring fluid returns to the entry pit and reporting to the Driller.
- Monitoring performance of the high-pressure mud pump and associated rig floor equipment.
- Undertaking daily pre-start checks of equipment (e.g., pumps) and notifying the Leading Hand/HDD Supervisor of any breakdowns, repairs or maintenance required.
- Maintenance of communication with Drillers at all times, and responsible for notifying Driller and/or Supervisor of any issues or incidents.
- Notifying the Leading Hand/HDD Supervisor of materials, consumables, parts, and spares required.
- Assisting in setting up, packing up and cleaning of drilling plant and equipment.
- Undertaking other tasks to assist in the drilling operations as directed by the Leading Hand or HDD Supervisor.
- Following all procedures, SWMS and instructions required for any given tasks, and ensuring individual compliance with all safety, environmental and quality requirements.
- All tasks completed safely and correctly.
- Drilling equipment and tooling kept clean and protected.
- Communication always maintained with Driller.
- Housekeeping around the rig floor maintained.
- Follow required HSE procedures and address and identify HSE risks/incidents within work area.
- Ensure Take 5s and JHAs completed as required for the role.
- Australian Construction Induction Card.
- Certificate II in Drilling (including unit of competency Assist Horizontal Directional Drilling). (Assistance can be provided to complete this course).
- High Risk Work License - Dogging.
- Excavator ticket, forklift license, crane (CN) license, truck license desirable.
- At least 12 months experience in a similar position required.
- Must be able to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
- Basic knowledge of drilling equipment is desirable.
- Must be able to perform manual handling and manual duties for shifts of up to 12 hours.
- Must be willing to travel and work onsite at locations across Australia on a project roster.
- Must be eligible to work in Australia.
- Must be able pass a pre-employment Fitness for Work assessment and comply with Cape Dunstans Fitness for Work requirements during employment, including drug and alcohol limits.
- Employee Benefits - Corporate Private Health Discounts
- Employee Perks - including Fuel, grocery, retail, gyms ongoing discounts
- Penalty rates - blue collar on ground roles
- Site allowances - white collar on ground roles
- Service Bonuses* - applicable for some roles
- Roster Allowances - FIFO and DIDO
- Project incentive accruals - blue collar on ground roles
- Fantastic career development
- Permanent contract - with all leave entitlements (leave loading is permissible for blue collar on ground roles)
- Job security, ongoing work opportunities
- Internal training and development
At Cape Dunstans, we recognise that we are strengthened by diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with utmost respect. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, colour, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity.
Our values
Cape Dunstans is a values driven company. That means that at work we all live and act our RIPPA values - Respect, Integrity, Persistence, Passion and Accountability.
These values are the backbone of the organisation, and they guide our behaviour and underpin our corporate culture.
If you embody these values in all that you do and you look to an organisation with the values to partner with then we want to connect with you and talk about this role and your wider future and how we can effectively contribute to that as much as you can.
