About the Role
PSD Energy is seeking an experienced Piling Rig Operator to join our civil construction team on our next Solar Farm in regional SA, a large-scale renewable energy project.
This role is responsible for the safe, accurate and efficient operation of piling rigs to install structural foundations on solar farm projects. You will work closely with site supervisors, engineers, and the broader civil team to ensure piles are installed to specification, safely and in line with project requirements.
This is a hands-on site-based role suited to someone with strong technical ability, good attention to detail and a safety-first approach.
Key Responsibilities
In this role, you will be responsible for operating piling rigs to install piles accurately and safely, including positioning and aligning the rig using survey marks, GPS equipment or laser alignment tools as required.
You will read and interpret technical drawings and piling plans, adjust rig settings based on site and ground conditions, and ensure piles are installed to the required depth, angle and alignment.
You will also conduct pre-start checks, routine maintenance checks and report on rig performance. The role will involve maintaining accurate piling records, including installation depth, torque, refusal levels, locations, rig logs and equipment service checks.
You will work closely with supervisors, engineers, offsiders and civil team members to meet daily piling targets, troubleshoot issues on site and support safe, productive work practices.
To be successful, you will have:
Why Join PSD Energy?
PSD Energy is a growing business delivering projects across the renewable energy and infrastructure sectors. You will be part of a practical, safety-focused team working on meaningful construction projects across Australia.
We value professionalism, teamwork, safety, accountability and continuous improvement. This is an opportunity to contribute to major project delivery while working with a supportive and experienced site team.
How to Apply
If you are an experienced Piling Rig Operator looking for your next opportunity, apply now with your resume via seek.
Based in Adelaide, South Australia, PSD Energy is an electrical engineering design and construction company which specialises in the design, project management, procurement, construction and commissioning of high voltage electrical infrastructure and secondary systems.
PSD Energy was formed in 2005 with the company’s head office based in Adelaide, South Australia. We employ an experienced team of Design Engineers, Project Managers, Supervisors, Electricians/Commissioning Engineers and Administration Staff.
PSD Energy Solutions Offering:
> Project Management including detailed design, procurement, supply,installation & commissioning
> Detailed Design covering primary and secondary electrical plant, including civil and mechanical components of the plant
> Supply, manufacture and installation of secondary equipment (protection/ metering and SCADA)
> Design, manufacture and factory acceptance testing of transportable buildings
> Complete factory acceptance testing of integrated control and protection systems
> Complete factory acceptance testing of primary plant equipment
> Site construction, installation and maintenance services
> Complete site acceptance testing including secondary injections, primary injections and stability testing
> Commissioning and hand-over of a complete and functional power system
