Assistant Driller

Solutions Driven; Twickenham; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Solutions Driven is seeking an Assistant Driller to support environmental and geotechnical site investigations. This hands-on outdoor role involves drilling operations, sample collection, site monitoring, and ensuring adherence to health and safety standards.

You will prepare equipment, assist with the drilling rig, operate light site machinery, and record borehole logs and field notes. Travel to multiple sites and overnight stays may be required, with progression opportunities to Lead Driller.

Qualifications

• Valid driving licence required.
• Ability to maintain accurate field records and documentation.
• Physically fit for demanding outdoor fieldwork and equipment handling.
• Comfortable travelling to different site locations and staying away from home when required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, organize, and pack equipment for daily site work.
• Assist with the operation of a tracked windowless sampling drilling rig, with progression to Lead Driller.
• Operate and assist with mini excavators, breakers, and other site equipment.
• Collect soil samples for laboratory testing and analysis.
• Conduct groundwater and ground gas monitoring activities.
• Accurately record field data, borehole logs, site notes, and investigation photographs.

Skills

Valid driving licence

Physically fit

Outdoor fieldwork

Team player

Willing to travel overnight

Job description

We are seeking an Assistant Driller to support environmental and geotechnical site investigations. This is a hands on outdoor role involving drilling operations, sample collection, site monitoring, equipment maintenance, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

Site Investigation & Field Operations

• Prepare, organize, and pack equipment required for daily site work.
• Assist with the operation of a tracked windowless sampling drilling rig, initially as an Assistant Driller, with progression opportunities to Lead Driller.
• Operate and assist with mini excavators, breakers, and other site equipment.
• Collect soil samples for laboratory testing and analysis.
• Conduct groundwater and ground gas monitoring activities.
• Accurately record field data, including borehole logs, site notes, and site investigation photographs.

Equipment & Vehicle Maintenance

• Clean, inspect, and maintain drilling rigs and associated equipment to ensure operational readiness.
• Maintain and organize storage units, including inventory of equipment and materials.
• Keep company vehicles clean, well-maintained, and in good working order.

Health & Safety

• Follow all site health and safety procedures.
• Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with company standards.

Preferred Experience

• Previous experience working in construction, civil engineering, or maintenance.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Valid driver’s licence, as the role requires regular operation of company vehicles.
• Ability to maintain accurate field records and documentation.
• Physically fit and able to undertake demanding outdoor fieldwork, including handling equipment and working in varying weather conditions.
• Comfortable working outdoors and travelling to different site locations.
• Positive attitude with a strong work ethic and ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Willingness to travel and stay overnight away from home when required.