Lead Driller[990151]

TN United Kingdom; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the geotechnical sector seeks a skilled rotary drilling operator to manage drilling operations across various sites in the UK. The role offers competitive salary, accommodation, and a flexible benefits program. Candidates should have extensive knowledge of drilling rigs and industry standards, along with excellent communication skills.

Benefits

Contributory Pension Scheme

Flexible benefits programme

Regular training and career development

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years lead rotary drilling experience.
• Excellent knowledge of the UK ground investigation industry.

Responsibilities

• Operation of multi-purpose geotechnical rotary drilling rigs.
• Responsible for onsite drilling operations and management of Drilling Support Operatives.
• Maintain company drilling rig, equipment and vehicles to a high standard.

Skills

Communication

Health and Safety Knowledge

Job description

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Client:

CJ Associates

Location:

South West England, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

88b5ff701784

Job Views:

3

Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

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Job Description:

The Role:

The position will involve working on with our rotary rig fleet across a variety of sites and sectors. The position will involve the possibility of working away throughout the week with accommodation provided directly by the company and a daily subsistence allowance provided.

Responsibilities:

• Operation of multi-purpose geotechnical rotary drilling rigs

• Undertake geotechnical sampling, coring, open holing and in-situ testing to recognised industry standards

• High quality installation of geotechnical and geo-environmental monitoring equipment

• Responsible for onsite drilling operations and management of Drilling Support Operatives

• Maintain company drilling rig, equipment and vehicles to a high standard

• Follow company operational and health and safety procedures

Requirements for the position:

• In-depth working knowledge of drilling rigs and their capabilities.

• Minimum of two years lead rotary drilling experience

• Excellent knowledge of the UK ground investigation industry, standards and working practices

• A good working knowledge of health and safety practices

• Willing to work throughout the UK and stay away overnight as needed

• Excellent communication skills

• Clean driving licence, ideally with entitlement for towing.

Salary & Benefits:

• Salary - Up to £35,000 depending on experience
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• A flexible benefits programme including the option to buy additional holidays and private health care.
• Regular training and career development.

The RSK Group is an equal opportunity employer.

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