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Job Title: Assistant Driller
Location: UK Wide Travel Required
Salary: Up to £40,000 per annum
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 48 hours per week. Due to the nature of the role and nationwide project work, flexibility to work additional hours, stay away from home and travel across the UK is required.
Company Van, Full PPE, Workwear And Training Provided.
Are you looking for a hands-on role with genuine career progression? An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Driller to join our growing team. Whether you already have experience within drilling, construction, utilities or another practical environment, or you're looking to start a new career and develop a specialist skillset, this role offers an excellent opportunity to build a long-term career within the utilities and infrastructure sector. Working alongside experienced Lead Drillers, you'll receive hands-on training and support while working on a variety of projects across the UK. This is a physically active, outdoor role that offers variety, travel and the opportunity to learn specialist skills in a growing industry. For the right individual, there is a clear pathway to progress into a Lead Driller position.
G-Stow are part of SSI within the South Staffordshire Group, a 3,000-employee organisation behind South Staffs Water, Cambridge Water and a range of businesses supporting the UK's utilities sector. Joining G-Stow means becoming part of a wider group offering excellent training, development opportunities and long-term career prospects.
The Role
- Supporting the Lead Driller with day-to-day drilling operations.
- Assisting with the set-up, operation and dismantling of drilling equipment.
- Carrying out manual handling activities and basic equipment maintenance.
- Collecting, recording and labelling soil, rock and water samples.
- Maintaining a safe, tidy and organised working environment.
- Following Health & Safety procedures, RAMS and safe systems of work.
- Working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Travelling and staying away from home as required to support projects across the UK.
- Supporting the delivery of high-quality drilling services for customers and projects.
- Working closely with colleagues to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
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What You'll Need
- A practical, hands-on approach with a strong work ethic.
- A positive attitude and willingness to learn new skills.
- The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- A commitment to working safely and following procedures.
- Good communication skills and a reliable approach to work.
- A full UK driving licence is essential due to the travel requirements of the role.
- Previous drilling experience within water well, geothermal, construction, utilities or related industries would be advantageous, but is not essential. We welcome applications from candidates with transferable skills, a strong work ethic and a positive attitude who are looking to build a long-term career, as full training will be provided for the right individual.
- NPORS or CPCS Telehandler qualification would be desirable but is not essential.
- A flexible approach to working hours, travel and staying away from home when required.
What You'll Get In Return
- Salary up to £40,000 per annum.
- Company van provided.
- Full PPE and workwear provided.
- Structured training and development programme.
- Clear progression route to Lead Driller.
- 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
- Company Pension Scheme.
- Overtime opportunities available.
- The opportunity to build your career across the wider South Staffordshire Group.
Additional Benefits
- Family-Friendly Leave: Enhanced Maternity, Adoption, Paternity & Shared Parental Leave, Fertility Support, and up to 5 paid Carer’s Days.
- Financial & Life Assurance: Life Assurance cover (role dependant) and a Company Pension Scheme with salary sacrifice options.
- Health & Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme (8 counselling sessions) and 24/7 Virtual GP access for you and your dependents.
- Lifestyle & Perks: Cycle to Work Scheme and My Premier Benefits discounts, cashback, and vouchers.
- Professional Development: Hands-on training and ongoing career development opportunities.
- Inclusion & Belonging: Active People Networks – Disability & Neurodiversity, Unity+, Women’s Network, and more.
- Performance & Recognition: Annual salary review, Reward & Recognition Scheme, and Long Service Awards.
- Flexibility & Opportunities: Overtime available and flexible shifts / hybrid working (role dependant).
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Why Join G-Stow?
At G-Stow, we invest in our people. We provide the training, support and opportunities needed to help individuals build successful, long-term careers within the utilities and infrastructure sector. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing business, work on a wide range of projects throughout the UK and develop specialist skills within a supportive team environment. You'll be part of a company that values hard work, promotes from within and actively supports career development.
If you're looking for a challenging and varied role with genuine opportunities for development and progression, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and take the next step with G-Stow.
At South Staffordshire Limited, inclusion matters. We have a wide range of employee networks which are employee-led communities that bring our people together, support different perspectives and create a strong sense of belonging. Our people are encouraged to get involved as members or allies.
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