Role: Lead Rotary Driller
Location: Newton Abbot
Salary: £37,000 – £55,000(uncapped OTE)
Job Type: Full-time
New Year, New Career – Join ADS Drilling
At ADS, we\’re seeking a dedicated Lead Rotary Driller to join our team. This role is vital in supporting our mission to deliver top-quality drilling services across multiple locations, ensuring safety, efficiency, and client satisfaction.
Why Join ADS?
ADS is a family-run business established in 1989, built on honest values, strong teamwork and long-term career growth. We\’re passionate about delivering exceptional customer service and maintaining a culture built on quality and excellence
What can we offer you?
- Full training and support
- Generous bonus scheme
- Overnight subsistence allowance for working away.
- Pre-paid accommodation Monday–Friday
- A company vehicle
- A stable, growing company with a strong team culture.
What you\’ll be doing?
- Operate drilling equipment safely and efficiently to meet project specifications.
- Conduct mechanical inspections and perform routine maintenance on drilling machinery.
- Liaising with clients, engineers and site contacts.
- Staying away from home during the week
- Maintain detailed records of work performed and equipment used.
- Maintaining a safe working environment
What we\’re looking for
- Experience within the Drilling Industry
- A reliable, team-focused individual
- Someone who takes pride in their work.
- Physically fit and comfortable with outdoor/manual work
- A strong work ethic and positive attitude
- Willingness to learn and develop new skills.
- Happy to work away Monday–Friday
Essential:
- Full, UK Driving Licence
- Ability to pass regular drug & alcohol testing.
- CSCS Card
- NVQ Level 2 Lead Driller Qualification
- Living within commuting distance of the Newton Abbot area
Is This You?
If you\’re looking for a long-term career, enjoy working outdoors and want to be part of a supportive, experienced team who take pride in what they do — we\’d love to hear from you.
**All applicants must have full right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we cannot provide visa sponsorship**
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £37,000.00-£55,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
Contact Detail:
ADS Drilling Recruiting Team