Assistant Drillers

IGNE; Newcastle-under-Lyme; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days holiday

Pension

Life insurance 3x salary

Health plan

Training & development

Cycle to Work

Discounts

Job summary

Igne Group Limited is seeking an Assistant Driller to join the Specialist Drilling team. You will support the Lead Driller with drilling, construction and installation of water boreholes across the UK. A full UK driving licence is required, and you must be willing to travel and stay away from home as required.

The role involves outdoor work, lifting and handling equipment in line with safety guidelines. Training and progression opportunities are available within a growing company with a strong

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence required; travel may be required.
• Able to work in a high-pressured environment.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather and stay away from home as required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with drilling, construction, and installation of water boreholes.
• Transport drilling rig and specialist plant equipment.
• Set up and operate the drilling rig and equipment.
• Maintain and service equipment regularly.

Skills

Driving licence

Communication skills

Outdoor work

Pressure tolerance

Tools

Drilling rig operation

Job description

Igne is seeking an Assistant Driller to join the Specialist Drilling team. Supporting the Lead Driller with the operation of drilling, construction and installation of water supply boreholes. This role would suit someone who enjoys working outdoors and is able to work across the UK. A full UK driving license is required to be considered for the role. Due to the nature of the work, the role requires physically demanding tasks, including lifting, carrying, and handling equipment and materials in line with health and safety guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting and supporting in the drilling, construction, and installation of water supply boreholes
• Transportation of drilling rig and specialist plant equipment
• Assist with set up and operation of the drilling rig and specialist plant equipment
• Maintain and carry out routine maintenance on equipment

Person Specification: Essential

• Full UK driving licence licence (travel is a requirement)
• Able to work within a high-pressured environment
• Clear communication skills (written and verbal)
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weathers and stay away from home as required

Person Specification: Desirable

• CSCS card and hold a full driver licence (travel across the UK is required)
• Experience of working within a construction related environment.
• An awareness of general H&S regulations

Salary & Benefits

• c£29,000 per annum
• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Enhanced maternity & paternity pay
• Company pension, life insurance (3 x Salary) & sick pay
• Health Cash Plan & medical cashback
• Annual leave buy & sell scheme
• Ongoing training & development
• Cycle to Work, Green Vehicle & Home/Tech Schemes
• High Street Discounts & Long Service awards

We are Igne Group Limited, a synergetic amalgamation of six companies, renowned within our respective fields, with over 350 years of combined experience—a one-stop shop for pre‑and post‑construction services. Igne’s six service categories are ground investigation, testing, unexploded ordnance (UXO), specialist drilling, geothermal, and geo‑environmental. We are a Disability Confident Employer, and signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant. We recruit talented individuals who care about making a positive difference. We want colleagues to bring their whole selves to work, so equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) are core to our culture and integral to our success. We also want all colleagues to thrive, which is why we have trained and dedicated mental health first aiders across the organisation who are available to support employees whenever needed. We believe in developing our talent, which is why at Igne you will have many opportunities for training and progression within your role. As part of our commitment to health, safety and wellbeing, all successful candidates may be required to undergo a drug and alcohol screening process before employment commences. Employees are also subject to random and for‑cause drug and alcohol testing during employment in accordance with our Drug and Alcohol Policy. Igne is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position. All applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application.