Lead Driller
Doncaster
£35,000 - £42,000 + overtime + company vehicle (depending on experience)
A well-established ground investigation contractor based in Doncaster is looking to appoint an experienced Lead Driller to join their growing site team.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a competent driller who can confidently lead a rig and crew on a wide range of ground investigation projects across Yorkshire and the wider UK. The company delivers high-quality site investigation services across residential, commercial and infrastructure schemes and has a strong reputation for technical delivery and safety.
You will play a key role in ensuring projects are delivered efficiently, safely and to a high standard.
The Role:
Operating and leading cable percussion and/or rotary drilling rigs
Supervising and mentoring Assistant Drillers
Carrying out in-situ testing including SPTs, window sampling and dynamic probing
Installing monitoring wells and soakaways
Ensuring accurate completion of site records and borehole logs
Maintaining plant, equipment and vehicles
Working closely with Engineers and Project Managers on site
Ensuring full compliance with health & safety procedures
Requirements:
Proven experience as a Lead Driller within ground investigation
Experience with cable percussion and/or rotary rigs
Valid CSCS card (NVQ Level 2 in Land Drilling preferred)
Full UK driving licence
Strong understanding of health & safety on site
Willingness to travel and stay away when required
What's on Offer:
Competitive base salary
Overtime and bonus opportunities
Company vehicle
Ongoing training and development
Stable pipeline of work across the region
Clear progression opportunities within an expanding contractor
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Lead Driller in Doncaster who is looking to join a reputable contractor with a strong workload and long-term stability