Pole-to-Pit Field Crew Leader (Utilities & Civil)

Eastern Underground Pty Ltd; Kinglake; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastern Underground Pty Ltd – Kinglake VIC is seeking a reliable, hands-on Pole to Pit Crew Leader to guide a field crew on pole to pit installations under our energy contract. You will also support pit and pipe installation for other utility stakeholders in a physical outdoor role and may travel occasionally (LAFHA applies when working away from home).

You will operate vac trucks and directional borers, read site plans, and maintain safety and quality records while delivering daily targets with

Qualifications

• Current Australian Driver Licence and Construction Induction Card (White Card) required.
• Desirable: Excavator ticket, Underground Service Locating, First Aid, MR/HR Truck licence, VESI accreditation.

Responsibilities

• Install, lay, and maintain pits and conduits for telecommunications and utility infrastructure.
• Operate vac trucks, Grundomat directional borers, and perform excavation, backfilling, and site reinstatement to specification.
• Conduct rod, rope, and network surveys, reading directly from site plans and job packs.
• Work safely around live underground services and infrastructure while maintaining accurate site registers and work logs.
• Collaborate closely with your crew to achieve daily production and quality targets.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

White Card (Construction Induction Card)

Tools

MR/HR Truck licence

VESI accreditation

Job description

Eastern Underground Pty Ltd – Kinglake VIC is seeking a reliable, hands-on Pole to Pit Crew Leader to guide a field crew on pole to pit installations under our energy contract. You will also support pit and pipe installation for other utility stakeholders in a physical outdoor role and may travel occasionally (LAFHA applies when working away from home).

You will operate vac trucks and directional borers, read site plans, and maintain safety and quality records while delivering daily targets with