Lead Driller

SOCOTEC UK & Ireland; Coventry; On-site; GBP 412,920 - 535,680; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Electric car scheme

Employee recognition

Family-friendly support

Exclusive retail discounts

Employee assistance programme

Enhanced pension

Job summary

SOCOTEC UK & Ireland is seeking a Lead Driller Rotary to join our Infrastructure team. You will lead geotechnical drilling operations, setting up boreholes, and overseeing in-situ testing and sampling to Eurocode 7 and British Standards.

The role requires independence and teamwork. A Level 2 Diploma Land Drilling – Lead Driller Rotary, a blue CSCS card, and a full UK driving licence are essential. You will mentor assistant drillers and help maintain health and safety standards across sites.

Qualifications

• To be a successful Lead Driller Rotary, you should demonstrate the required qualifications.
• Valid blue CSCS skills card is essential.
• Full, clean UK driving licence is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Safely setting up and advancing boreholes in accordance with specifications.
• Completion of in-situ testing and sampling to Eurocode 7 and British Standards.
• Mentoring and training assistant drillers.

Skills

CSCS card (blue)

Education

Level 2 Diploma Land Drilling – Lead Driller Rotary

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Compensation: GBP 37,000 - GBP 48,000 - monthly

Company Description

About Infrastructure

SOCOTEC’s Infrastructure team delivers essential technical services that ensure the safety, quality and compliance of major construction and civil engineering projects across the UK. We provide independent construction materials testing to verify strength, durability and performance of key materials; foundations and pile testing to confirm ground stability; specialist structures and pavements assessment and analysis; and integrated geotechnical and structural monitoring that delivers real time data throughout project lifecycles. Our experts use industry leading methods and advanced technology to support infrastructure projects from initial site investigation through construction and long term performance, helping clients manage risk, meet regulatory standards and build safer, more resilient assets.

What's in it for you?

• 25 days holiday (with the option to buy more)
• an electric car scheme (where applicable)
• employee recognition programmes
• family-friendly support
• exclusive retail discounts
• employee assistance programmes
• an enhanced company pension

SOCOTEC UK & Ireland are proud to be Disability Confident accredited.

Job Description

Lead Driller Rotary

Are you interested in leading geotechnical drilling operations? This could be your opportunity to excel as a Lead Driller, playing a vital role in supporting SOCOTEC’s continued success.

As SOCOTEC grows, so do our teams. We’re looking for a dedicated Lead Driller to join our Infrastructure division and wear the SOCOTEC badge with pride.

We are seeking a proactive, reliable, and flexible Lead Driller Rotary to join our Infrastructure team. In this role, you’ll need the confidence to work independently, alongside the ability to collaborate effectively as part of a team. A background in geotechnical site investigation, along with strong knowledge of drilling techniques and health & safety requirements, is essential to thrive in this position.

The tasks you will undertake will include (but are not limited to):

• Safely setting up and advancing boreholes in accordance with specifications
• Completion of in-situ testing and sampling to Eurocode 7 and British Standards
• Mentoring and training assistant drillers

Qualifications

To be a successful Lead Driller Rotary , you should be able to demonstrate:

• Level 2 Diploma Land Drilling – Lead Driller Rotary
• Valid blue CSCS skills card
• Full, clean UK driving licence

Additional Information

Why SOCOTEC?

Join a thriving community of over 2,000 industry professionals who are passionate about making a real difference. At SOCOTEC UK, we're not just delivering services - we're shaping the future of testing, inspection, and certification across the nation.

What sets us apart? Our people. We've built our reputation on attracting exceptional talent like you and empowering them to deliver excellence at every turn. Our comprehensive range of TIC services means you'll have the opportunity to work on diverse, challenging projects that truly matter.

In this role, you won't just be another employee - you'll be a key player in our continued success story. Your expertise will directly contribute to our mission of building a safer, more sustainable world, while you grow your career alongside some of the industry's finest professionals.

Build a traditional career path or explore opportunities across multiple disciplines - all within SOCOTEC. Your choice, your direction.

Work Your Way

Local, national, or global projects. Office-based, remote, or hybrid. We offer the flexibility that empowers you to perform at your best.

Committed to Your Growth

From day one, you'll have access to comprehensive training, mentorship, and development programs. We support every step of your professional journey. #YouGrowWeGrow

Building a safer and more sustainable world is the core mission we set out to achieve at SOCOTEC, it is at the heart of everything that we do. We are committed to acting as a key player in society, investing in innovative solutions to ensure social and environmental concerns are at the forefront of all of our business operations.