Assistant Driller

Overview

Assist lead driller in operating rotary rigs and collecting geotechnical samples.

Key Responsibilities

• rig operation
• equipment checks
• tool maintenance
• ground monitoring
• sample collection
• site setup

Tasks

As an Assistant Driller, you’ll work alongside a Lead Driller to help deliver safe, efficient, and accurate ground investigation works. You’ll 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. -Promoting safe working practices and following all HSE policies and procedures -Assisting in the operation of rotary drilling rigs and associated equipment -Working closely with your team to deliver high-quality results, on time and on budget -Handling, maintaining, and cleaning tools, rods, and consumables -Supporting site setup, rig preparation, and borehole drilling -Conducting daily equipment checks and basic maintenance tasks -Helping install ground monitoring instruments such as standpipes and piezometers -Collecting and preserving soil and rock samples for laboratory testing

Requirements

• geotechnical
• drilling
• nvq level2
• forklift
• hse awareness
• first aid

What You Bring

We’re looking for someone who’s practical, reliable, and eager to learn. You’ll enjoy working outdoors, take pride in doing the job safely, and be keen to build a career in geotechnical drilling and ground investigation. Ground Control Geotechnical Solutions (GCES) is expanding — and we’re looking for an enthusiastic and hardworking Assistant Driller to join our growing team. -Understanding of safe working practices and HSE awareness -Willingness to travel nationally and work as part of a small team -Experience with geotechnical or site investigation projects -Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and attention to detail -Good physical fitness and ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions -Some experience in drilling, construction, or fieldwork environments -First Aid or safety certifications -Forklift or plant operation experience -NVQ Level 2 in Land Drilling (or willingness to work towards it)

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Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits packageOn-the-job training and career progression opportunitiesExposure to exciting national infrastructure projectsA supportive, safety-first working environmentThe opportunity to grow with a company committed to innovation and sustainability Location: Leeds (with national travel)Salary: CompetitiveContract Type: Permanent

About Ground Control

-It operates across the UK with a tech-driven, data-led approach. -Full national coverage and diversified revenue streams include EV-charging installs. -Projects range from transport-network vegetation control and winter gritting to play-area builds and habitat restoration. -Specialisms span infrastructure vegetation, tree surgery, ecological surveys, and large-scale landscape construction.

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