Assistant Driller
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Job Location:
Nottinghamshire - UK
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Assistant Driller
Location: Newark (with national travel)
Salary: Competitive
Contract Type: Permanent
Ground Control Geotechnical Solutions (GCES) is expanding and were looking for an enthusiastic and hardworking Assistant Driller to join our growing team.
At GCES we deliver innovative sustainable and high-quality geotechnical services that support safe and efficient infrastructure projects across the UK. Our people are at the heart of everything we do and were proud to offer a culture built on safety teamwork and environmental responsibility.
What Youll Do
As an Assistant Driller youll work alongside a Lead Driller to help deliver safe efficient and accurate ground investigation works. Youll gain hands-on experience with rotary drilling equipment learn valuable technical skills and play a key role in collecting data that supports major construction and infrastructure projects.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Assisting in the operation of rotary drilling rigs and associated equipment
- Supporting site setup rig preparation and borehole drilling
- Handling maintaining and cleaning tools rods and consumables
- Collecting and preserving soil and rock samples for laboratory testing
- Helping install ground monitoring instruments such as standpipes and piezometers
- Conducting daily equipment checks and basic maintenance tasks
- Promoting safe working practices and following all HSE policies and procedures
- Working closely with your team to deliver high-quality results on time and on budget
What were looking for
Were looking for someone whos practical reliable and eager to learn. Youll enjoy working outdoors take pride in doing the job safely and be keen to build a career in geotechnical drilling and ground investigation.
- Some experience in drilling construction or fieldwork environments
- Understanding of safe working practices and HSE awareness
- Good physical fitness and ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
- Willingness to travel nationally and work as part of a small team
- Positive attitude strong work ethic and attention to detail
Desirable:
- NVQ Level 2 in Land Drilling (or willingness to work towards it)
- Experience with geotechnical or site investigation projects
- First Aid or safety certifications
- Forklift or plant operation experience
What We Offer
Competitive salary and benefits package
On-the-job training and career progression opportunities
Exposure to exciting national infrastructure projects
A supportive safety-first working environment
The opportunity to grow with a company committed to innovation and sustainability
About Us
Ground Control Geotechnical Solutions (GCES) is part of Ground Control Ltd an award-winning UK business leading in environmental and infrastructure services.
Our mission is to deliver sustainable geotechnical excellence helping to build the foundations for safer stronger and greener communities.
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Equal Opportunities Statement
At Ground Control we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued 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 and do not discriminate based on sex age disability gender identity marital status pregnancy race religion or belief sexual orientation or any other protected characteristic. We actively support and promote an inclusive culture ensuring fair and equitable treatment throughout the recruitment process and beyond.
Key Skills
- Hand Tools
- Construction Experience
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Tanker Experience
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Commercial Driving
- OSHA
- Heavy Lifting
- Horizontal Drilling
- CPT Coding
- Excavator
- Network Architecture
About Company
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