Lead Driller

Arcadis; Bristol; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive market salary

Overtime and bonus schemes

25-day annual holiday allowance

Training opportunities

Contributory pension matched up to 8%

Private medical and dental

Gym membership

Job summary

Arcadis is seeking an Experienced Lead Driller based at their Gloucester facility. The role involves traveling across the UK in diverse sectors, ensuring safety and developing Assistant Drillers. Candidates must have Lead Driller experience, a clean driving licence, and a valid CSCS Card. The position offers a competitive salary, overtime, 25 days holiday, and various training opportunities, making it a rewarding career option for qualified professionals in the drilling field.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Lead Driller with relevant qualifications and certifications.
• Full clean driving licence; CSCS Card required.
• Knowledge and experience in safety and operational standards.

Responsibilities

• Work independently and demonstrate leadership.
• Develop Assistant Drillers and ensure health and safety compliance.
• Travel frequently across the UK to various sites.

Skills

Lead Driller experience

Logging to BS5930

Knowledge of Eurocode 7

Full clean Category B driving licence

CSCS Card

Personal Track Safety (PTS) accreditation

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Land Drilling

Job description

Job Description

Arcadis is looking for an Experienced Lead Driller to be based at our Gloucester facility. The position will involve working throughout the UK across a variety of sites and sectors, including manufacturing, petrochemical, and construction environments.

Role Accountabilities

The successful candidate will work independently, demonstrating leadership and taking a key role in developing Assistant Drillers, and ensuring Health and Safety stewardship.

Qualifications & Experience

• Experience acting in the role of Lead Driller – preferably holding an NVQ Level 2 in Land Drilling; BDA audit would also be beneficial.
• Experience logging to BS5930 and knowledge of Eurocode 7 would be beneficial.
• Full, clean Category B driving licence required; entitlement for C1+E and/or C preferable.
• Valid CSCS Card.
• Beneficial: Personal Track Safety (PTS) accreditation or an SPA/PIA training card.

Benefits

• Competitive market salary, dependent on experience.
• Overtime and bonus schemes.
• National Living Wage.
• 25-day annual holiday allowance, increasing with period of service; option to buy additional days.
• Single occupancy rooms when away from home.
• Generous overnight and daily allowance.
• External and internal training opportunities.
• Best contributory pension in the industry – matched up to 8%.
• Private medical, dental, cycle to work scheme, gym membership.

The role requires frequent traveling throughout the week; accommodation is provided by the company and a daily subsistence allowance is paid. Daily commuting to Gloucester may be required; the successful candidate should reside within a reasonable commute from the depot.