Assistant Driller

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.

• Supporting site setup, rig preparation, and borehole drilling
• Conducting daily equipment checks and basic maintenance tasks
• Handling, maintaining, and cleaning tools, rods, and consumables
• Working closely with your team to deliver high-quality results, on time and on budget
• Helping install ground monitoring instruments such as standpipes and piezometers
• Collecting and preserving soil and rock samples for laboratory testing
• Promoting safe working practices and following all HSE policies and procedures
• Assisting in the operation of rotary drilling rigs and associated equipment

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
• NVQ Level 2 in Land Drilling (or willingness to work towards it)
• Willingness to travel nationally and work as part of a small team
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and attention to detail
• Experience with geotechnical or site investigation projects
• Good physical fitness and ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• First Aid or safety certifications
• Some experience in drilling, construction, or fieldwork environments
• Forklift or plant operation experience

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