Company Overview
Geotechnical Engineering Ltd (GEL) is the UK’s largest independent ground investigation contractor, delivering specialist pre-construction services for over 60 years+. Due to increased workload, we are recruiting Assistant Drillers to join our expanding team.
Summary
This is a fantastic opportunity to start a long-term career in ground investigation — no experience required, full training provided, with clear progression to Lead/Senior Driller roles.
Outdoors in all weathers in a skilled manual labouring role must have a willingness to learn and pride in their work.
Projects range from single-day jobs to multi-week schemes across highways, rail, substations, refineries and other major infrastructure sites.
Responsibilities
- Travel throughout the UK, staying away as required Monday-Friday
- Support the safe and efficient operation of drilling rigs and specialist equipment
- Carry out routine equipment inspections and basic maintenance
- Assist with mobilisation of plant and equipment
- Work closely with Site Engineers, Project Managers and team members to deliver projects on schedule
- Maintain high standards of health, safety and compliance at all times
Qualifications
- Right to work in the UK
- Full manual driving licence category B (C/C1 preferred)
- Based within commuting distance of Gloucester - 1hr (all work starts/finishes at depot whilst not away from home)
- Preferred experience in the industry, not essential
What we offer
- Competitive salary with OTE £36,000–£38,000 (inclusive of overtime)
- Overnight allowance
- 32 days holiday (including bank holidays)
- Pension scheme & company sick pay
- Christmas shutdown
- Referral bonus up to £1,500
- Structured training & industry-recognised qualifications
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £36,000.00-£38,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Bereavement leave
- Company pension
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Application question(s):
- Are you prepared to stay away from home every Monday-Friday
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
