Drilling Operative

SOCOTEC UK & Ireland; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Electric car scheme

Employee recognition programmes

Exclusive retail discounts

Enhanced company pension

Job summary

SOCOTEC UK & Ireland is looking for a Drilling Operative to join the Civils & Drilling operations team. This role involves supporting various drilling activities for high-profile infrastructure projects across Northern Ireland.

The ideal candidate will have extensive drilling experience, be self-motivated, and possess a full UK driving licence. Benefits include a competitive salary, comprehensive package, and an electric car scheme where applicable.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in drilling and construction.
• Experience operating small to medium size drilling rigs.
• Knowledge of health & safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Support drilling activities for infrastructure projects.
• Install Self-Drill Hollow Bars and DTHH Drilling.
• Travel extensively and meet customer needs.

Skills

Drilling and construction experience

Operating small to medium size drilling rigs

Health & safety standards adherence

Logistical problem-solving

Self-motivation

Interpreting construction drawings

Routine maintenance of machinery

Travelling and overnight stays

Physical fitness

Valid CSCS/CPCS/Safepass card

UK driving licence

Job description

Job Description

As a Drilling Operative, you will play a key role within the Civils & Drilling operations team at Lloyds. You will support drilling activities for rock anchoring, micro piling, site investigation and testing across a diverse portfolio of high‑profile infrastructure projects.

This role involves the installation of Self‑Drill Hollow Bars and DTHH Drilling. The position is based in Northern Ireland with projects across NI and ROI.

Qualifications

• Has extensive experience within the drilling and construction industry
• Has experience of operating small to medium size drilling rigs
• Has experience of adhering to company and industry health & safety standards
• Has experience of dealing with logistical issues and problems on site
• Is self‑motivated and able to work under own initiative
• Is able to interpret construction drawings and designs
• Is able to undertake routine maintenance and minor repairs to machinery on request
• Is able to travel extensively and stay overnight as needed to meet customer needs
• Is able to meet the physical demands of the job
• Has a valid CSCS/CPCS/Safepass card
• Has a full UK driving licence

Benefits

Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, electric car scheme (where applicable), employee recognition programmes, family‑friendly support, exclusive retail discounts, employee assistance programmes, and an enhanced company pension.