Driller

Celnor; Dudley; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

31 days holiday

Company pension

Company vehicle

Workwear & PPE

Training & development

Job summary

GIP Ltd, part of the Celnor Group, is seeking a Driller to join our ground investigation team in the Midlands. This permanent, full-time role is site-based, working 37.5 hours per week from 8:00am to 4:00pm (or 4:30pm) Monday to Friday.

As the second member of a two-person crew, you will support the Lead Driller across diverse sites, perform sampling, assist with equipment setup, and help maintain safety and documentation.

Qualifications

• Ground investigation, drilling, construction or utility experience.
• Full UK driving licence is required.
• Willingness to travel to sites across the Midlands.
• NVQ Land Drilling qualification or willingness to work towards one.

Responsibilities

• Support the Lead Driller with daily drilling operations on site.
• Assist with cable percussion and windowless sampling activities.
• Collect and manage samples on site.
• Assist with equipment setup, operation and maintenance.
• Complete site documentation as required.
• Follow company health and safety procedures.
• Support mobilisation and demobilisation of drilling equipment.

Skills

Ground investigation experience

Drilling experience

Full UK driving licence

Willingness to travel

Education

NVQ Land Drilling

Tools

Cable percussion experience

Windowless sampling

Job description

Description

Contract: Permanent, Full-time

Location: Midlands (site-based)

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm / 4:30pm

Salary: Competitive

About Us

GIP Ltd is one of the longest established geological, geo-environmental and geotechnical engineering companies of its kind in the Midlands. Established in 1982, we have been delivering high-quality ground investigation, contamination surveys and geotechnical expertise for over 40 years across Shropshire, Gloucestershire, Birmingham, Warwickshire, Herefordshire, Staffordshire and Worcestershire.

We provide a comprehensive range of ground investigation, contamination surveys and geotechnical services to a large and diverse client base spanning construction, infrastructure and environmental sectors. In 2023, GIP became a member of the Celnor Group, a people-focused business that invests in the growth, development and training of all its colleagues.

Part of the Celnor Group

Celnor Group is a UK-based environmental services group operating across the Testing, Inspection, Certification and Compliance (TICC) landscape. With a growing portfolio of specialist businesses, Celnor provides essential services that protect people, property and the environment.

While each business retains its own identity, culture and technical specialism, all are supported by a central group function that invests in people, systems and long-term sustainable growth.

About the Role

We are seeking a Driller to join our ground investigation team in the Midlands. Working as the second member of a two-person drilling crew, you will support the Lead Driller in delivering ground investigation projects safely and efficiently across a variety of sites. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within the ground investigation and drilling sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Lead Driller with daily drilling operations
• Assist with cable percussion and windowless sampling activities
• Collect and manage samples on site
• Assist with equipment setup, operation and maintenance
• Complete site documentation as required
• Follow company health and safety procedures
• Support mobilisation and demobilisation of drilling equipment

Skills, Knowledge, and Expertise

Essential Requirements

• Ground investigation, drilling, construction or utility experience
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
• Full UK driving licence
• Willingness to travel to sites across the Midlands

Desirable

• Ability to tow trailers and equipment
• Experience with cable percussion or windowless sampling
• NVQ Land Drilling qualification or willingness to work towards one
• Street Works accreditation
• Rail or water sector experience
• First Aid qualification
• DBS clearance

What We're Looking For

We are looking for a motivated and reliable individual who enjoys working outdoors as part of a team. The successful candidate will be keen to learn, maintain high safety standards and develop a long-term career within ground investigation.

Training and support will be provided, including opportunities to gain industry-recognised qualifications and progress within the business.

Salary and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package including:

• 31 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays and Christmas shutdown
• Company pension scheme
• Company vehicles for work use
• Workwear and PPE provided
• Training and development opportunities

GIP is an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Important information

Celnor Group and its businesses manage recruitment directly. We do not require agency support for this role and will only engage with recruitment partners from our preferred supplier list where necessary.

We may use technology, including AI-enabled tools, to support parts of the recruitment process. AI is not used for candidate screening, scoring or hiring decisions. All hiring decisions are made by people, for people. Our recruitment systems are ISO 42001 accredited, reflecting our commitment to ethical, transparent and responsible use of technology.