Field Driller Assistant — Outdoor Geo‑Tech Ops & Growth

Solutions Driven; Twickenham; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Solutions Driven is seeking an Assistant Driller to support environmental and geotechnical site investigations. This hands-on outdoor role involves drilling operations, sample collection, site monitoring, and ensuring adherence to health and safety standards.

You will prepare equipment, assist with the drilling rig, operate light site machinery, and record borehole logs and field notes. Travel to multiple sites and overnight stays may be required, with progression opportunities to Lead Driller.

Qualifications

• Valid driving licence required.
• Ability to maintain accurate field records and documentation.
• Physically fit for demanding outdoor fieldwork and equipment handling.
• Comfortable travelling to different site locations and staying away from home when required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, organize, and pack equipment for daily site work.
• Assist with the operation of a tracked windowless sampling drilling rig, with progression to Lead Driller.
• Operate and assist with mini excavators, breakers, and other site equipment.
• Collect soil samples for laboratory testing and analysis.
• Conduct groundwater and ground gas monitoring activities.
• Accurately record field data, borehole logs, site notes, and investigation photographs.

Skills

Valid driving licence

Physically fit

Outdoor fieldwork

Team player

Willing to travel overnight

Job description

Solutions Driven is seeking an Assistant Driller to support environmental and geotechnical site investigations. This hands-on outdoor role involves drilling operations, sample collection, site monitoring, and ensuring adherence to health and safety standards.

You will prepare equipment, assist with the drilling rig, operate light site machinery, and record borehole logs and field notes. Travel to multiple sites and overnight stays may be required, with progression opportunities to Lead Driller.