Lead Geotechnical Driller

Penguin Recruitment; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in the UK seeks a Lead Geotechnical Driller to join its expanding ground investigation team in Doncaster. The successful candidate will operate and maintain drilling rigs, collect soil samples, and ensure project delivery in accordance with safety standards. Ideal candidates should have experience in geotechnical drilling, hold a CSCS card, and possess a flexible approach to work across multiple sites. Competitive salary and benefits package offered.

Benefits

Excellent pay

Competitive annual leave

Health and wellbeing support

Company pension and life assurance

Career progression and training

Qualifications

• Proven track record in geotechnical or environmental drilling.
• CSCS card is essential.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain drilling and sampling rigs.
• Collect accurate soil and groundwater samples.
• Work closely with technical staff to deliver projects.

Skills

Geotechnical drilling experience

Site safety commitment

Flexibility to travel

Education

CSCS card

NVQ Level 2 in Land Drilling

Job description

Lead Geotechnical Driller

Doncaster
Reference: BY
Salary: £38,000 - £45,000

An expanding multidisciplinary consultancy with a long track record in civil, structural, and environmental engineering is expanding its ground investigation team and looking for an experienced Geotechnical Driller. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a company that values quality, safety, and teamwork. You'll be part of a professional, friendly team delivering exciting geotechnical and environmental projects across the UK.

Benefits

• Excellent pay (£38,000 - £45,000) and overtime rates.
• Competitive annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Health and wellbeing support.
• Company pension and life assurance.
• Career progression and training provided where required.
• Highly skilled and productive team to work with.

Role Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain drilling and sampling rigs, including window sampling and dynamic probing equipment.
• Collect accurate soil and groundwater samples in accordance with industry standards.
• Record site data, sample depths, and ground conditions clearly and precisely.
• Carry out daily safety checks and basic maintenance on rigs.
• Work closely with technical staff to deliver projects safely and efficiently.
• Be willing to travel and stay away from home when required (expenses paid).

Qualifications and Requirements

• Proven track record in geotechnical or environmental drilling.
• CSCS card (essential).
• NVQ Level 2 in Land Drilling or equivalent (preferred).
• Full UK driving licence.
• Commitment to safe working and flexibility to work across multiple sites.

We have many more vacancies available on our website. This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.