Lead Rotary Driller

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Overtime opportunities

Career development

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment Ltd. in Sheffield is seeking a Lead Rotary Driller to lead drilling operations on ground investigation projects. Based in Sheffield, you’ll manage rigs and crews while collaborating with engineers and clients to deliver high-quality site investigations.

The role offers a competitive salary (£35,000–£42,000), overtime opportunities, a company pension and ongoing training within a multidisciplinary consultancy renowned for technical excellence and safety.

Qualifications

• Proven rotary drilling experience.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Full UK driving licence and right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Lead rotary drilling operations on ground investigation projects.
• Operate and maintain drilling rigs and equipment.
• Supervise drilling crews and ensure safe site operations.
• Liaise with engineers and clients while maintaining high technical standards.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental procedures.

Job description

Lead Rotary Driller – Sheffield

REF: BY149128

Salary £35,000 – £42,000

An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced Lead Rotary Driller to join a well-established multidisciplinary engineering consultancy providing ground investigation, geotechnical engineering and site investigation services across the UK. Based in Sheffield, you’ll work on a diverse range of infrastructure, commercial and industrial projects within a business renowned for its technical expertise and commitment to quality.

As a Lead Rotary Driller, you will:

• Lead rotary drilling operations on a variety of ground investigation projects.
• Operate and maintain drilling rigs and associated equipment.
• Supervise drilling crews, ensuring safe and efficient site operations.
• Liaise with engineers and clients while maintaining high technical standards.
• Ensure all work complies with health, safety and environmental procedures.

What’s on offer:

• Competitive salary (£35,000 – £42,000) and overtime opportunities.
• Company pension and benefits package.
• Ongoing training and career development.
• Long-term job security within a growing engineering business.
• Varied projects across multiple sectors.

To be considered for this Lead Rotary Driller role, you’ll have proven rotary drilling experience, strong leadership skills and a commitment to safe working practices. A valid CSCS card and relevant drilling qualifications are advantageous.

Applicants must hold a full UK driving licence, have full right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available), and live in or within a reasonable commuting distance of Sheffield.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Lead Rotary Driller seeking the next step in their career.