Geotechnical Site Technician/ Assistant Driller

Harrison Group; Norwich; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

In-house training

NVQ 2 progression opportunity

Job summary

A leading geotechnical services provider in Norwich is seeking a Geotechnical Site Technician/Assistant Driller to join their Testing Services department. The role involves outdoor work, collecting soil samples, and performing ground tests across East Anglia. Training will be provided, offering the right candidate the potential to progress in their career. Applicants must have GCSE Grade 4 in numeracy and literacy, a clean driving licence, and a willingness to work hands-on. Interested candidates should submit their CV via email.

Qualifications

• GCSE Grade 4 in numeracy and literacy required.
• Clean UK driving licence necessary.
• Must be hard working and willing to perform site work.
• Willingness to work outdoors and get hands dirty.

Responsibilities

• Work outdoors collecting soil samples and testing ground conditions.
• Handle sample storage and disposal operations.
• Participate in specialist ground drilling and in-situ testing.
• Contribute to accuracy and completeness of testing as part of the team.

Skills

Numeracy

Literacy

Hardworking

Education

GCSE Grade 4

Job description

Job Vacancy Details

DATE POSTED: November 5, 2025

POSITION: GEOTECHNICAL SITE TECHNICIAN/ ASSISTANT DRILLER

LOCATION: NORWICH

SALARY: Negotiable plus benefits

START DATE: As soon as a suitable candidate has been found

A Geotechnical Site Technician / Assistant Driller is required to join the Testing Services department in Norwich, to work on a range of site investigation projects across East Anglia and further afield. Experience is an advantage, however not essential as in house training will be provided, with the potential opportunity for the right candidate to progress to an NVQ 2 Technician. Candidates as a minimum should have numeracy and literacy to GCSE Grade 4. Candidates must have a clean UK driving licence and be over twenty-one for insurance purposes, they should also be hard working and not afraid to get their hands dirty.

The duties and responsibilities of the role typically involve SITE WORK: working outdoors, in locations such as agricultural fields and construction sites, collecting soil samples and testing ground conditions to allow our engineers to compile reports for clients. The role involves sample handling, storage and disposal, specialist ground drilling (dynamic sampling & probe testing), breaking out hard standing, hand-dug shallow excavations, and undertaking in-situ testing.

Suitable training will be provided for all parts of the role, including in-situ testing and drilling methods. The candidate will be expected to take an active role, being responsible for the accuracy of the testing they complete, and become an integral part of the team.

If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit your CV, by email, to [e-mail].

Harrison Group is an equal opportunities employer.