Drilling Assistant

G. Stow Plc; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family-Friendly Leave

Financial & Life Assurance

Health & Wellbeing

Lifestyle & Perks

Professional Development

Inclusion & Belonging

Performance & Recognition

Flexibility & Opportunities

Job summary

A leading water industry firm is seeking a motivated Assistant Driller to support day-to-day operations across the UK. This hands-on outdoor role offers the chance for career progression to Lead Driller. Responsibilities include assisting with drilling equipment, maintaining safety standards, and collecting samples. Ideal candidates will have a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn. The company provides extensive benefits, including family-friendly leave, financial assurance, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and develop within the role.
• Previous drilling experience (water well or geothermal) desirable.
• Willingness to learn and develop within the role.
• Previous drilling experience (water well or geothermal) desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support the Lead Driller with daily drilling operations.
• Assist with setting up, operating, and dismantling drilling equipment.
• Carry out manual handling tasks and basic equipment maintenance.
• Collect and label soil, rock, or water samples.
• Maintain a safe, tidy, and organised work site.
• Follow health & safety procedures, RAMS, and PPE requirements.
• Travel to sites across the UK and work outdoors in varying conditions.

Skills

Practical, hands-on approach

Strong work ethic

Safety-conscious

Ability to work as part of a team

Drilling experience (water well/geot.)

Job description

This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to one of the water industry's most critical challenges while developing your expertise across data, network operations, and strategic resolution planning. G Stow is part of the South Staffordshire Group – a 3,000-strong organisation behind South Staffs Water, Cambridge Water, and several leading utility support businesses – offering long-term development and career progression.

We are looking for a motivated and reliable Assistant Driller to support day-to-day drilling operations across sites throughout the UK. This is a hands‑on, outdoor role ideal for someone who enjoys practical work, working as part of a close-knit team, and wants to develop a career in drilling, with the opportunity to progress to Lead Driller.

You will assist with the installation and maintenance of mechanical drilling equipment, ensuring all work is carried out safely, efficiently, and in line with company procedures.

The Role

• Support the Lead Driller with daily drilling operations
• Assist with setting up, operating, and dismantling drilling equipment
• Carry out manual handling tasks and basic equipment maintenance
• Collect and label soil, rock, or water samples
• Maintain a safe, tidy, and organised work site
• Follow health & safety procedures, RAMS, and PPE requirements
• Travel to sites across the UK and work outdoors in varying conditions

What you’ll need

• A practical, hands‑on individual with a strong work ethic
• Safety‑conscious and able to follow instructions
• Willingness to learn and develop within the role
• Ability to work well as part of a teamPrevious drilling experience (water well or geothermal) desirable

What you’ll get in return

• Family-Friendly Leave
  Enhanced Maternity, Adoption, Paternity & Shared Parental Leave, Fertility Support, and up to 5 paid Carer’s Days.
• Financial & Life Assurance
  Life Assurance cover (role dependant) and a Company Pension Scheme with salary sacrifice options.
• Health & Wellbeing
  Employee Assistance Programme (8 counselling sessions) and 24/7 Virtual GP access for you and your dependents.
• Lifestyle & Perks
  Cycle to Work Scheme and My Premier Benefits discounts, cashback, and vouchers.
• Professional Development
  Hands‑on training and ongoing career development opportunities
• Inclusion & Belonging
  Active People Networks – Disability & Neurodiversity, Unity+, Women’s Network, and more.
• Performance & Recognition
  Annual salary review, Reward & Recognition Scheme, and Long Service Awards.
• Flexibility & Opportunities
  Overtime available and flexible shifts / hybrid working (role dependant)