Lead Rotary Driller

Ground Control; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Private GP service

Life insurance

Subsidised gym membership

Holiday buy scheme

Job summary

Ground Control Geotechnical Solutions (GCGS) seeks an experienced Lead Rotary Drilling Operative to lead safe, efficient drilling operations on site. You will supervise on-site teams, operate rotary rigs, prepare sites, and ensure accurate sampling and data recording.

The role requires strong HSE knowledge, leadership, and experience with ground investigations on infrastructure projects. Excellent communication and on-site mentoring are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven rotary drilling experience and ground investigations.
• Strong knowledge of drilling techniques and sampling.
• Experience supervising site teams and managing safety standards.
• HSE, CDM and RAMS compliance understanding.
• Experience on infrastructure or construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise on-site drilling teams.
• Operate and maintain rotary drilling rigs for ground investigations.
• Prepare sites and carry out open-hole, core, and rock coring works.
• Ensure accurate sampling, logging and data recording.
• Maintain equipment and report maintenance needs.
• Provide progress updates to management and ensure on-time delivery.
• Mentor less experienced operatives and allocate daily tasks.
• Lead toolbox talks and site safety briefings.
• Maintain high standards of quality and client satisfaction.

Skills

Rotary drilling

Team supervision

HSE & RAMS

Site data logging

Infrastructure projects

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 in Land Drilling (or equiv)

Tools

Digital logging tools

Job description

At Ground Control Geotechnical Solutions (GCGS), we deliver high-quality, sustainable geotechnical solutions that support major infrastructure projects. We're looking for an experienced Lead Rotary Drilling Operative to lead safe, efficient, and high-quality drilling operations on site. What you'll do

• Operate and maintain rotary drilling rigs for ground investigations
• Lead and supervise on-site drilling teams
• Prepare sites, carry out open-hole, core, and rock coring works
• Ensure accurate sampling, logging, and data recording
• Maintain equipment and report maintenance issues
• Act as the on-site representative, providing progress updates to management, Deliver drilling works safely, on time, and to specification
• Allocate daily tasks and mentor less experienced operatives
• Ensure full compliance with HSE, CDM, and RAMS requirements
• Lead toolbox talks and site safety briefings
• Maintain high standards of quality, professionalism, and client satisfaction, We aim to make our process clear, supportive, and straightforward - so you always know what's coming next.

We'll keep you updated throughout and make sure you feel supported at every stage.

Qualifications and Skills

• Proven experience in rotary drilling and ground investigations
• Strong knowledge of drilling techniques and geotechnical sampling
• Experience supervising site teams
• Good understanding of HSE and site safety requirements
• Experience working on infrastructure or construction projects

Desirable

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Land Drilling (or equivalent)
• First Aid or emergency response training
• Experience using digital logging or site data tools

Salary and Benefits

• Competitive salary - aligned with your skills and experience
• Pension scheme - helping you plan for the future
• Recognition schemes - celebrating and rewarding great work
• Private GP service - fast, convenient access to medical support
• Life insurance - providing added peace of mind
• Subsidised gym membership - supporting your health and wellbeing
• Holiday buy scheme - purchase up to 5 additional days of annual leave

Equal Opportunities Statement

At Ground Control, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. We believe that diversity drives innovation and success, and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic as defined in the Equality Act 2010. We actively support and promote an inclusive culture, ensuring fair and equitable treatment throughout the recruitment process and across all stages of employment, including training, development, promotion, pay, and termination. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for disabled applicants and employees, and to creating a working environment free from discrimination, harassment, bullying, or victimisation. We expect all colleagues to uphold our values of dignity, respect, and inclusion. We take a zero-tolerance approach to any form of discriminatory behaviour and are committed to continuous improvement through training, inclusive policies, and accountability at all levels.