Lead Driller

Rsk Group; Wigan; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory Pension Scheme

Private Health Care

Flexible Benefits (holidays)

Job summary

RSK Group in Wigan, UK is seeking a Cable Lead Driller for a full-time, permanent role. The position involves UK-wide travel, with nights away and potential weekend work. You will operate cable drilling rigs, conduct site investigations, and ensure safety and quality standards are met.

The role requires CSCS and NVQ Level 2 (Lead Driller), a full UK driving licence, and flexibility to travel. Competitive pay commensurate with experience and a contributory pension are provided.

Qualifications

• CSCS and NVQ Level 2 (Lead Driller) required.
• Flexible approach to working environment during investigations and shifts, including weekends.
• Willingness to work away from home including overnight stays.
• Must have a full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Operate a cable drilling rig for site investigation boreholes and submit logs.
• Follow project specifications, including in-situ testing, sampling and installations.
• Maintain health, safety, environment and quality standards.
• Comply with company policies and regulations.
• Supervise drilling assistants and train juniors.
• Inspect, maintain and report on drilling rigs and vehicles.
• Submit daily records for SHEQ purposes.
• Be adaptable to changing job needs as directed by management.

Skills

CSCS Certification

Full UK Driving Licence

Willing to travel/overnight stays

Teamwork/Communication

Education

NVQ Level 2 (Lead Driller)

Job description

Structural Soils/PB Drilling part of the RSK Group have an exciting opportunity for a Cable Lead Driller to join our growing team in Wigan, UK. This is a full-time, permanent position.

The role will require you to work all over the UK, sometimes staying away Monday to Friday, with occasional night and weekend work.

Responsibilities:

• Competently operate a cable drilling rig for site investigation boreholes, including the timely submission of borehole logs
• Understand and carry out work as instructed to comply with the project specification, including in-situ testing, sampling and installations
• Understand and work to regulatory and company standards of health, safety, environment and quality
• Comply with all company policies, industry regulations and specifications
• Use initiative and experience to overcome challenges on site
• Maintain good communication with colleagues and clients
• Work in a tidy and professional manner
• Inspect, take care of, maintain and report on the drilling rigs, equipment and vehicles that are provided for your use
• Submit records for SHEQ purposes, such as daily equipment checks.
• Assistant in minor or basic maintenance and repairs as needed
• Maintain a full UK driving license, including towing license
• Complete training and assessments as per company requirements
• Supervise and train drilling assistants
• Due to the nature of the business your job description will inevitably change and you will from time to time be required to undertake other activities to meet the needs of the business as directed by your management team.

Experience and Qualifications:

• CSCS and NVQ Level 2 (Lead Driller) required
• Flexible approach to the working environment during the various stages of investigations.
• Flexible approach to shift working hours and occasional weekend working.
• Although the driller will be based at the location as specified in your contract of employment, the role will require the employee to work away from home (including overnight stays) to meet business needs.
• You must have a full, UK Driving Licence

Salary and benefits:

• £ Commensurate with experience
• Bonus provided based on rig earnings
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• A flexible benefits programme including the option to buy additional holidays, childcare vouchers and private health care
• Regular training and development

The RSK group are an equal opportunities employer

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