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C.A.D Directional Drilling
At C.A.D Directional Drilling, we specialise in precision horizontal drilling for Civil, Residential, and Commercial projects across Tasman and Marlborough.
Founded by Craig, Andrew, and Dillon, C.A.D combines experience with advanced drilling techniques to install underground services with minimal disruption. We eliminate the need for large trenches, reduce surface damage, and keep projects moving without unnecessary delays.
From driveways and roads to tight access sites, we deliver accurate, efficient results every time. When precision matters, C.A.D Directional Drilling is the team you can rely on.

Meet the C.A.D Team
Craig Coutts
Partner
With years of experience running drill rigs in Timaru, Craig is one of the most skilled
operators on the team. He knows his machine inside out, able to tell by the sound alone whether the drill is running clean or under pressure.
Our lead drill operator and trainer, Craig sets the standard on every job and plays a key role in developing the next generation of operators.
Andrew James
Partner
The locator. Certified in Australia in HDD, Andrew returned from the mines with a clear goal, to help build C.A.D into a strong and respected name in the drilling industry across New Zealand.
With a sharp eye and a real feel for the drill, he takes pride in guiding every shot cleanly and accurately to target.
Dillon Winkelman
Partner
Dillon built his experience running drill crews throughout Canterbury during the Ultra Fast
Broadband rollout. A hands-on operator, he brings an old school approach to drilling, with a strong focus on precision, discipline, and getting the job done right.
A natural on both the tools and the locator, Dillon backs his team to deliver to a high standard every time.

The Difference
Call it the jackpot. Call it the hat trick. Put these three together on a drilling project and you get a level of experience, precision, and old school tradesman mentality that is hard to match. Their work speaks for itself. Every drill shot is treated like a craft, with detail and dedication in every metre.
Looking for a career in drilling or a new opportunity? Send your CV and cover letter to quotes@caddrilling.co.nz. We are always on the lookout for driven people who want to learn the trade and be part of a solid crew.
WHAT WE DO
Expert Directional Drilling
Solutions
01
Directional Drilling (Drill Only)
This option is for drill hire with two experienced operators. Our team will arrive on site, set up the drill, complete the bore, and carry out the pullback of the product supplied by you. All potholing and service locating must be completed prior to our arrival. Once on site, our operators will assess conditions and determine the best drill position to achieve the correct line and outcome. This package is ideal for clients who have already completed preparation work and require a skilled drilling crew to execute the installation accurately and efficiently.
02
Directional Drilling Full Package
This is our complete, turnkey drilling solution. We manage the entire process from start to finish, including WAP applications, traffic management planning, service locating, and site establishment. Where required, we can also carry out letter drops to keep affected parties informed. Our team will saw cut and hydro vac potholes to accurately locate all existing services before setting up the drill. Once confirmed, we complete the bore and pull back the product supplied or sourced by us.
Where required, we carry out service connections within our scope of qualifications. In some cases, clients may choose to provide their own certified joiners for specific connections. After drilling is complete, we reinstate all areas to a high standard. This includes backfilling, compaction, and reinstatement of surfaces such as concrete, asphalt, or topsoil. We do not just complete the job, we leave the site clean, tidy, and finished to a standard we stand behind.
03
Rural Drilling (Private Owners)
We offer directional drilling services for farmers and private property owners looking for a fast, clean, and efficient way to install underground services. Whether it is running water lines across a paddock or installing power to a remote shed, our drilling method eliminates the need for large trenches, heavy ground disturbance, and unnecessary mess. In most rural environments, minimal preparation is required. We can often arrive on site and drill directly, with only limited potholing where needed. What this saves you is time and disruption. Instead of hiring machinery, trenching long distances, laying product, and then dealing with the cleanup, our team can complete the job with precision and leave your land looking like it has barely been touched. Clean, efficient, and done right the first time.
TRENCHLESS SOLUTIONS
Precision below the Surface
Quality. Integrity. Excellence.
We deliver precision directional drilling solutions for projects across Tasman & Marlborough.
Our advanced drilling techniques allow us to install pipes and services underground without the need for large tranches, protecting driveways, roads, landscaping and structures while saving time and cost.

OUR WORK
Featured
Projects

Urban Service Install
Precision drilling and service installation completed in a live urban environment with minimal disruption.

The Locator Straight Shot
High-precision locating to ensure safe, efficient drilling and avoid costly service strikes.

Rural Directional Drilling
Long-distance drilling completed across challenging terrain, delivering reliable underground services where access is limited.
TESTIMONIALS
Client Voices
A few words from our clients.
The team came out and had all the drilling in my paddocks done within a few days. Made the whole process quick and easy. Would have taken me way longer trying to do it with a digger. Highly recommend.
Ben Harris
Once again, another job completed without hassle. The team came in fully equipped and smashed everything out from start to finish. Always efficient, always reliable, and easy to deal with. We use them regularly and trust them to get the job done right every time.
Sophie Robertson
Dillon, Craig and Andrew came to site only to drill and absolutely delivered. Fast, efficient and knew exactly what they were doing from the start and communicated with my team well. Made the whole process easy and hassle free. We will definitely be getting them back again.
Jaimie Henderson
Nelson, New Zealand

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Ready to get your next civil project started? Contact us today for a free, no-obligation quote. Our team is here to deliver reliable results.
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