Senior Assistant Driller – Field Operations (UK Travel)

Poutrix; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation provided

Overtime opportunities

Pension scheme

Job summary

Arcadis is seeking an experienced Assistant Driller to join our field services team at Brockworth, Gloucester. You will assist with mobilising and operating drilling rigs, support sampling and monitoring activities, and work closely with the Lead Driller and consultants across UK projects.

This site-based role involves outdoor work, travel across the UK with regular overnight stays and occasional weekend/night shifts, with accommodation arranged for approved trips.

Qualifications

• Valid Cat B driving licence held 12+ months.
• Experience supporting drilling or field operations.
• Ability to travel UK-wide and stay away from home.
• Basic digital skills for records and comms.

Responsibilities

• Assist mobilisation, site set-up, safe operation and demobilisation of drilling rigs.
• Support sampling, monitoring-installation activities and record-keeping.
• Follow legislation, client requirements and Arcadis procedures.
• Complete pre-use checks, maintenance and housekeeping; report issues.
• Maintain health, safety and environmental standards with PPE.
• Collaborate with consultants, subcontractors and site personnel.
• Support development of less-experienced Assistant Drillers.

Skills

Drilling operations

Field operations

Safety focused

Team collaboration

Education

NVQ Level 2 Drilling Operations

Tools

CSCS card

PTS certification

SPA/UKPIA passport

Telehandler qualification

Job description

Arcadis is seeking an experienced Assistant Driller to join our field services team at Brockworth, Gloucester. You will assist with mobilising and operating drilling rigs, support sampling and monitoring activities, and work closely with the Lead Driller and consultants across UK projects.

This site-based role involves outdoor work, travel across the UK with regular overnight stays and occasional weekend/night shifts, with accommodation arranged for approved trips.