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Horizontal Directional Driller

Job in Portsmouth, Hampshire County, PO1 1DS, England, UK
Listing for: One Way Resourcing Limited
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-09-05
Job specializations:
  • Trades / Skilled Labor
    Heavy Equipment Operator, Construction Labor & Trades
  • Construction
    Heavy Equipment Operator, Construction Labor & Trades
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 375 GBP Daily GBP 375.00 DAY
Job Description & How to Apply Below
HDD Operator  Up to £375 Per Day

Location:

UK-wide, with a strong focus on the  South of England
Rate:  Up to £375 per day , depending on experience
Job Type:  Permanent
Start:  Immediate
We are currently recruiting for an experienced  HDD Operator  to join an established specialist contractor on a permanent basis.
The role will involve long-term work across the UK, with a particular focus on the South of England, including Thames Water and Southern Water areas.
About our Client   Our client is an established specialist contractor operating within the Horizontal Directional Drilling and trenchless construction sector. With decades of industry experience, they deliver specialist no-dig solutions across the water, utilities, civil engineering and infrastructure sectors.
Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of work, they are looking to add experienced HDD Operators to their team.
HDD Operator

Job Description
As an HDD Operator, you will be responsible for safely and efficiently operating directional drilling equipment across a variety of utility, water and infrastructure projects.
The role will include:
Operating HDD rigs safely and efficiently
Experience operating  14t50t HDD rigs
Carrying out Horizontal Directional Drilling works across different ground conditions
Working closely with the wider drilling and site team
Following project specifications, RAMS and site procedures
Ensuring drilling operations are completed safely and efficiently
Supporting the successful delivery of utility, water and infrastructure projects
HDD Operator Requirements
The ideal candidate will have:
Proven experience as an  HDD Operator
Experience operating  14t50t HDD rigs
Strong understanding of Horizontal Directional Drilling processes
Previous experience within utilities, civils, water or infrastructure
Strong understanding of health and safety requirements
A reliable and professional approach to work
Flexibility to travel and work away from home when required
Ability to work effectively as part of a team
UK Driving License
Right to work UK
What's on Offer?
Up to £375 per day, depending on experience
Permanent position
Long-term, consistent work
Projects across the UK, with a strong focus on the South of England
Work across Thames Water and Southern Water areas
Variety of specialist HDD and trenchless projects
Strong pipeline of ongoing work
Immediate starts available
2-Man Teams:  Our client would ideally like to hear from established  HDD Operator + Tracker/Locator  who are looking for long-term work together. If you are part of an experienced team, please get in touch.
If you're an experienced HDD Operator looking for a long-term permanent opportunity, we'd be keen to hear from you.
Apply now with your CV or contact Alex at One Way for more information on .
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