At a Glance
- Tasks: Operate drilling rigs and ensure safe, efficient project delivery on major infrastructure sites.
- Company: Leading contractor in piling and geotechnical works across the UK.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, diverse work environment, and opportunities for career growth.
- Other info: We value diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real impact on significant infrastructure projects.
- Qualifications: Experience with drilling rigs and a strong understanding of Health & Safety standards.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Our client, a specialist contractor delivering major piling, geotechnical, and foundation works across the UK's largest infrastructure programmes, is seeking an experienced Drilling Operator to support the safe and efficient delivery of works on site.
You will be responsible for the safe operation of drilling equipment, ensuring works are completed efficiently and in compliance with project specifications, quality standards, and Health & Safety requirements.
- Operate drilling rigs and associated specialist foundation equipment
- Deliver piling, borehole, and geotechnical drilling activities in accordance with project requirements
- Monitor drilling parameters, ground conditions, and operational performance
- Support reinforcement installation and concrete placement activities where required
- Complete daily operational and production records
- Ensure all drilling activities are carried out in accordance with project quality, environmental, and Health & Safety standards
- Conduct daily plant inspections and report equipment defects
- Maintain safe working practices around plant, lifting operations, and excavation activities
Proven experience operating drilling rigs within piling, geotechnical, or specialist foundation works.
Experience working on major infrastructure, civil engineering, or heavy construction projects.
Knowledge of piling, deep foundations, and ground investigation techniques is advantageous.
Strong understanding of drilling operations and associated plant.
Good understanding of Health & Safety and quality requirements.
CPCS / NPORS Drilling Rig Operator certification or equivalent (Essential).
CSCS Card (Preferred).
We hire our people from various walks of life, each of whom make our company stronger with their talent, uniqueness, and expertise. If you want to help us grow and take this ethos to our clients, then we cannot wait to collaborate with you!
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