Lead Rotary Driller

RSK Group; Bristol; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the geotechnical sector seeks an experienced Lead Rotary Driller in Bristol. The role involves operating drilling rigs, ensuring safety compliance, and supervising assistants. Competitive salary and benefits package, including flexible leave and professional development opportunities, are offered.

Benefits

31 days annual leave, rising to 36

Life insurance and pension scheme

Free private GP service

Flexible benefits programme

Payment of relevant professional memberships

Qualifications

• Experience with rotary drilling operations.
• CSCS and NVQ Level 2 (Lead Driller) required.
• Full UK driving license is essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate a rotary drilling rig for site investigation boreholes.
• Maintain and report on drilling rigs and equipment.
• Supervise and train drilling assistants.

Skills

Operation of rotary drilling rig

Communication

Maintenance of drilling equipment

Ability to comply with safety regulations

Flexibility to work in varying locations

Education

CSCS

NVQ Level 2 (Lead Driller)

Job description

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Due to an increase in workload Structural Soils, part of the RSK Group, have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and ambitious Lead Rotary Driller to join our expanding team in Bristol, UK.

Responsibilities:

• Competently operate a rotary 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
• Maintain good communication with colleagues and clients
• Work in a tidy and professional manner; be self-sufficient and reliable
• Inspect, take care of, maintain and report on the drilling rigs, equipment and vehicles that are provided for your use
• Assistant in minor or basic maintenance and repairs as needed
• Submit records for SHEQ purposes, such as daily equipment checks.
• 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 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.
• SSL drillers are assigned field tablets to record their borehole logs and site records. Full training will be given on use of this app
• Working outside throughout the year in varying locations around the UK (staying away is often required; all expenses paid)

Person Specification:

• CSCS and NVQ Level 2 (Lead Driller) required
• BDA accreditation preferred
• Full driving licence is essential
• Flexibility to work in varying locations around the UK

Salary and benefits:

• Salary between £33,000 & £44,000 Depending on experience
• 31 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), rising to 36 for extended service.
• Life insurance, pension scheme and free private GP service.
• A flexible benefits programme including the option to buy additional holidays, health cash plan and discounted gym membership, cycle to work scheme, electric car salary sacrifice scheme, plus more.
• Payment of relevant professional memberships and mentoring to chartership.

The RSK Group are an equal opportunity employer

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RSK will not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies other than RSK PSL or Secondary agencies.