Assistant Driller - Ground Source Heat Pump Projects

Piling Recruitment Group Ltd; West of England; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Job summary

Piling Recruitment Group is recruiting on behalf of a growing specialist drilling contractor to appoint an Assistant Driller on a permanent basis. The role involves working with an experienced Foreman Driller on borehole drilling and GSHP project installation across the UK.

You will assist with the safe operation of the drilling rig, handle equipment and materials, and help maintain a productive site. A competitive salary plus a meterage-based performance bonus awaits the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in drilling, piling or ground engineering is advantageous.
• Backgrounds include GSHP boreholes, geothermal drilling, or borehole drilling.
• Geotechnical or water well drilling experience helps.

Responsibilities

• Assist Foreman Driller with safe, efficient rig operation.
• Handle drilling equipment and materials on site.
• Support borehole installation and keep a productive area.

Skills

Drilling operations

Health & safety

Teamwork

Job description

Assistant Driller - Ground Source Heat Pump Projects

Permanent | Competitive Salary + Performance Bonus | UK Projects

Piling Recruitment Group (PRG) is recruiting on behalf of a growing specialist drilling contractor looking to appoint an Assistant Driller on a permanent basis.

The role will involve working alongside an experienced Foreman Driller on the drilling and installation of boreholes for Ground Source Heat Pump (GSHP) projects across the UK.

The Role

Working as part of a drilling team, you will assist the Foreman Driller with the safe and efficient operation of the drilling rig and associated equipment.

Duties will include assisting with drilling operations, handling drilling equipment and materials, supporting borehole installation and helping maintain a safe and productive working area.

The position offers a competitive salary dependent on experience, together with an attractive meterage-based performance bonus offering additional earning potential.

Requirements

Previous experience within drilling, piling, ground engineering or a similar site-based environment would be advantageous.

Relevant backgrounds could include:

• Ground Source Heat Pump boreholes
• Geothermal drilling
• Water well drilling
• Borehole drilling
• Geotechnical drilling
• Piling or ground engineering

This is a permanent opportunity with a growing specialist contractor offering long-term work, career development and excellent earning potential.