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Lead Driller
Lead Driller – Environmental & Geotechnical Site Investigations
We are seeking a Lead Driller to support environmental and geotechnical site investigations. This is a hands-on outdoor role, involving:
- Drilling operations
- Sample collection
- Site monitoring
- Equipment maintenance
- Ensuring compliance with health and safety standards
Key Responsibilities
Site Investigation & Field Operations
- Prepare, organise, and pack equipment required for daily site work.
- Assist with the operation of a tracked windowless sampling drilling rig (initially as an Assistant Driller, with progression to Lead Driller).
- Operate and assist with mini excavators, breakers, and other site equipment.
- Collect soil samples for laboratory testing and analysis.
- Conduct groundwater and ground gas monitoring activities.
- Accurately record field data, including:
- Borehole logs
- Site notes
- Site investigation photographs
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Equipment & Vehicle Maintenance
- Clean, inspect, and maintain drilling rigs and associated equipment to ensure operational readiness.
- Maintain and organise storage units, including:
- Inventory of equipment and materials
- Keep company vehicles clean, well-maintained, and operational.
Health & Safety
- Follow all site health and safety procedures.
- Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with company standards.
Preferred Experience
- Previous experience supporting environmental, geotechnical, or ground investigation projects (not essential but advantageous).
- Experience operating:
- Drilling rigs
- Excavators
- Other construction equipment
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Qualifications & Requirements
Essential
- Valid driver’s licence (operating company vehicles is required).
- Ability to maintain accurate field records and documentation.
- Physically fit and capable of handling:
- Demanding outdoor fieldwork
- Equipment operation
- Work in varying weather conditions.
- Comfortable working:
- Outdoors
- At different site locations.
- Positive attitude with:
- Strong work ethic
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Willingness to:
- Travel
- Stay overnight away from home when required.
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Skills
Drilling Operations
Sample Collection
Site Monitoring
Equipment Maintenance
Health and Safety Compliance
Field Data Recording
Groundwater Monitoring
Excavator Operation
Teamwork
Positive Attitude
Physical Fitness
Inventory Management
Outdoor Work
Travel
Geotechnical Investigation
Environmental Investigation
Location