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HDD Manager

Job Posted: 3 days ago

Salary: £ 400 - 500 / Day
Job Type: Contract
Location: Norwich, Norfolk

Expire in: 25 days

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced HDD Shift Manager to join a major infrastructure project involving the delivery of a complex 1,800m Horizontal Directional Drill (HDD) installation extending offshore.

This is a key leadership role responsible for managing day-to-day drilling operations, coordinating site activities, maintaining project documentation, and ensuring the safe and efficient execution of works across day and night shifts.

The successful candidate will possess strong HDD construction experience and be capable of leading operational teams while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, productivity, and reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and manage HDD operations during designated shifts.

  * Coordinate drilling crews, subcontractors, plant operators, and support personnel.

  * Monitor drilling progress against programme and production targets.

  * Ensure effective communication between day and night shift teams.

  * Identify operational risks and implement corrective actions where required.

  * Support the successful delivery of a complex 1,800m offshore HDD installation.

  * Liaise with Project Managers, Site Managers, Engineers, and HDD Specialists.

  * Ensure all resources are available to maintain continuous drilling operations.

  * Promote a strong safety culture across all site activities.

  * Ensure compliance with project RAMS, permits, and safe systems of work..

  * Complete daily progress reports and production updates.

  * Assist with project documentation, quality records, and handover information.

  * Ensure all paperwork is completed accurately and submitted promptly.

  * Monitor drilling performance and productivity.

Essential Requirements:

  * Proven experience working in a Shift Manager, HDD Superintendent, HDD Supervisor, HDD Foreman or Senior HDD Operations role.

  * Significant experience managing Horizontal Directional Drilling operations.

  * Experience on large-diameter and long-distance HDD installations.

  * Strong understanding of HDD equipment, drilling fluids, tooling and operational procedures.

  * Experience managing day and night shift operations.

Desirable Qualifications:

  * SMSTS or SSSTS.

  * CSCS Card.

  * First Aid at Work.

  * Temporary Works Awareness.

  * Confined Space Training.

  * Relevant Civil Engineering, Construction or HDD qualifications.

  * Appointed Person or Lift Supervisor certification

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