Junior Driller – Geothermal Field Operations (Travel)

Rendesco Limited; West of England; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical Insurance

EV Salary & Cycle to Work

Quarterly social fund £50

Phone allowance £30/month

Training & development

25 days holiday

Job summary

Rendesco is seeking an Assistant / Junior Driller to support the Lead Driller on a Comacchio rotary drilling rig and related plant. You will help drill geothermal boreholes, maintain equipment, and keep the site safe and organized on land-based sites nationwide.

The role requires outdoor work experience, a valid UK driving licence, and CSCS. The successful candidate will join a team focused on efficient, compliant operations and continuous site readiness.

Qualifications

• Experience of drilling operations preferred but not essential.
• Experience working outdoors, preferably in construction environments, is essential.
• CSCS card, or the ability to obtain one.
• Emergency First Aid at Work is preferred but not essential.
• Telehandler ticket/license is preferred but not essential.
• Full UK Driving licence.
• Effective and clear communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Support in the operation of drilling rigs and related equipment to drill geothermal boreholes on land-based sites.
• Operate mud cleaning/recycling equipment and deploy a site-specific mud programme.
• Install closed-loop heat collectors, grout and complete per design specifications.
• Maintain a clean, safe site and ensure materials are stocked safely.
• Ensure equipment readiness and replace consumables as required.
• Complete QA/QC testing on installed loops and keep good records.
• Ensure drilling activities comply with environmental, health and safety regulations.
• Perform routine equipment inspections and basic field repairs.

Skills

Outdoor work experience

Full UK Driving Licence

CSCS card

Effective communication

First Aid at Work

Telehandler ticket

Job description

Rendesco is seeking an Assistant / Junior Driller to support the Lead Driller on a Comacchio rotary drilling rig and related plant. You will help drill geothermal boreholes, maintain equipment, and keep the site safe and organized on land-based sites nationwide.

The role requires outdoor work experience, a valid UK driving licence, and CSCS. The successful candidate will join a team focused on efficient, compliant operations and continuous site readiness.