Driller

JR United Kingdom; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in geotechnical solutions is seeking a Lead Cable Percussion Driller in Leeds with national travel. This role includes operating drilling rigs, leading teams, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, with opportunities for career growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

23 days holiday, increasing with length of service

Yearly bonus scheme

Robust pension scheme

Online private GP service

Employee recognition scheme

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of drilling techniques and soil mechanics.
• Ability to operate and maintain CP drilling rigs and equipment.
• Proven experience leading drilling teams in ground investigations.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain Cable Percussion rigs for soil and rock investigations.
• Lead and motivate drilling crews and supervise on-site operations.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.

Skills

CP drilling operations

Health, Safety, and Environmental compliance

Team supervision

Geotechnical investigations

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Land Drilling

Job description

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Lead Cable Percussion Driller
Location: Leeds with national travel as required
Salary: Competitive
Contract Type: Permanent

What youll do:

At Ground Control Geotechnical Solutions (GCES), our mission is to deliver innovative, sustainable, and high-quality geotechnical solutions that support the safe and efficient delivery of infrastructure projects. By leading with technical excellence, operational integrity, and environmental responsibility, we aim to set a new standard in ground investigation and geotechnical drilling services.

Role Purpose

The Lead Cable Percussion (CP) Drilling Operative plays a vital role in the safe, efficient, and high-quality execution of geotechnical CP drilling operations. This position is responsible for operating drilling rigs, supervising on-site drilling teams, maintaining equipment, and ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental (HSE) standards. As a hands-on leader, the role ensures drilling activities are executed with precision, promoting technical excellence, operational efficiency, and a commitment to safety. This role also supports the development of less experienced operatives through on-the-job training and mentoring.

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Key Responsibilities:

Geotechnical Drilling & Site Investigations

• Operate and maintain Cable Percussion (CP) rigs for soil and rock investigations.
• Set up and prepare drilling sites in line with health and safety standards.
• Deliver high-quality open-hole drilling, core sampling, and rock coring.
• Collect and log accurate geotechnical samples for lab testing.
• Lead and motivate drilling crews and site operatives.
• Allocate tasks and provide on-the-job mentoring to junior staff.
• Drive performance and uphold site standards.

Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance

• Ensure full adherence to HSE procedures and RAMS.
• Act as the point of contact for emergency response on-site.
• Promote a safety-first culture, ensuring all PPE and controls are in place.

Technical Reporting & Quality Assurance

• Maintain accurate drill logs and site records.
• Support technical reporting with clear, reliable data.
• Troubleshoot technical or operational challenges on-site.

Lead Cable Percussion Driller
Location: Leeds with national travel as required
Salary: Competitive
Contract Type: Permanent

What youll do:

At Ground Control Geotechnical Solutions (GCES), our mission is to deliver innovative, sustainable, and high-quality geotechnical solutions that support the safe and efficient delivery of infrastructure projects. By leading with technical excellence, operational integrity, and environmental responsibility, we aim to set a new standard in ground investigation and geotechnical drilling services.

Role Purpose

The Lead Cable Percussion (CP) Drilling Operative plays a vital role in the safe, efficient, and high-quality execution of geotechnical CP drilling operations. This position is responsible for operating drilling rigs, supervising on-site drilling teams, maintaining equipment, and ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental (HSE) standards. As a hands-on leader, the role ensures drilling activities are executed with precision, promoting technical excellence, operational efficiency, and a commitment to safety. This role also supports the development of less experienced operatives through on-the-job training and mentoring.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

Heres a more concise, engaging, and keyword-optimised version tailored for a UK audience:

Key Responsibilities:

Geotechnical Drilling & Site Investigations

• Operate and maintain Cable Percussion (CP) rigs for soil and rock investigations.
• Set up and prepare drilling sites in line with health and safety standards.
• Deliver high-quality open-hole drilling, core sampling, and rock coring.
• Collect and log accurate geotechnical samples for lab testing.

Team Leadership & Supervision

• Lead and motivate drilling crews and site operatives.
• Allocate tasks and provide on-the-job mentoring to junior staff.
• Drive performance and uphold site standards.

Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance

• Ensure full adherence to HSE procedures and RAMS.
• Act as the point of contact for emergency response on-site.
• Promote a safety-first culture, ensuring all PPE and controls are in place.

Technical Reporting & Quality Assurance

• Maintain accurate drill logs and site records.
• Support technical reporting with clear, reliable data.
• Troubleshoot technical or operational challenges on-site.

Equipment & Tool Management

• Carry out daily checks and preventative maintenance on drilling rigs.
• Manage tooling, consumables, and site security.
• Report defects and minimise equipment downtime.

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

• Represent GCEE on-site with professionalism.
• Provide daily updates to supervisors or clients.
• Ensure all works meet project specs and client expectations.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in CP drilling operations, with hands-on experience in ground investigation drilling.
• Strong understanding of drilling techniques, including open-hole drilling, core drilling, and wireline coring.
• Practical knowledge of geotechnical investigations, soil mechanics, and geological materials.
• Ability to operate and maintain CP drilling rigs and associated equipment.
• Experience with daily operational planning, team supervision, and performance management.
• Knowledge of HSE regulations, CDM requirements, and site risk assessment procedures.
• Experience in working on large infrastructure, utilities, or construction projects.

Desirable Skills & Experience

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Land Drilling, or equivalent geotechnical drilling qualifications.
• First Aid certification, including emergency response training.
• Experience in foundation piling, embankment stabilisation, and slope stability.
• Knowledge of ground investigation logging software, data collection apps, or on-site digital tools.

Why join us:

Career Development Focus:Were committed to supporting your professional growth with clear career paths, training, and tailored development programs, including our GC Leadership Academy, job specific accreditations and higher education opportunities.

Exciting Growth Opportunities:Be part of a rapidly growing company with a dynamic team and expanding client base.

Collaborative Environment:Work in a supportive, engaging, and innovative culture where your contributions are valued.

Competitive Package:Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package, along with flexible working options, including:

• 23 days holiday, Increasing with length of service + bank holidays
• Yearly bonus scheme & Share options
• Robust pension scheme
• Medigold employee support, Free Flu Jabs, Online private GP Service
• Free or subsidised national gym memberships
• Employee Recognition Scheme
• 2 personal choice volunteering days

Ground Control

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We deliver a range of services, including grounds maintenance, winter gritting, landscape construction, design, arboriculture, electric vehicle charging point installation to more than 50,000 commercial properties across the UK.

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Equal Opportunities Statement

At Ground Control, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to thrive. We believe that diversity drives innovation and success, and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate based on age, disability, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We actively support and promote an inclusive culture, ensuring fair and equitable treatment throughout the recruitment process and beyond.

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