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The Vacancy
Due to an increase in workload
Bristol, UK.
* Competently operate a rotary drilling rig for site investigation boreholes, including the timely submission of borehole logs
* Understand and carry out work as instructed to comply with the project specification, including in-situ testing, sampling and installations
* Maintain good communication with colleagues and clients
* Work in a tidy and professional manner; be self-sufficient and reliable
* Inspect, take care of, maintain and report on the drilling rigs, equipment and vehicles that are provided for your use
* Assistant in minor or basic maintenance and repairs as needed
* Submit records for SHEQ purposes, such as daily equipment checks.
* Understand and work to regulatory and company standards of health, safety, environment and quality
* Comply with all company policies, industry regulations and specifications
* Use initiative and experience to overcome challenges on site
* Maintain a full UK driving license, including towing license
* Complete training and assessments as per company requirements
* Supervise and train drilling assistants
* Due to the nature of the business your job description will inevitably change and you will from time to time be required to undertake other activities to meet the needs of the business as directed by your management team.
* SSL drillers are assigned field tablets to record their borehole logs and site records. Full training will be given on use of this app
* Working outside throughout the year in varying locations around the UK (staying away is often required; all expenses paid)
The Vacancy
Due to an increase in workload Structural Soils, part of the RSK Group, have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and ambitious Lead Rotary Driller to join our expanding team in Bristol, UK.
Responsibilities
* Competently operate a rotary drilling rig for site investigation boreholes, including the timely submission of borehole logs
* Understand and carry out work as instructed to comply with the project specification, including in-situ testing, sampling and installations
* Maintain good communication with colleagues and clients
* Work in a tidy and professional manner; be self-sufficient and reliable
* Inspect, take care of, maintain and report on the drilling rigs, equipment and vehicles that are provided for your use
* Assistant in minor or basic maintenance and repairs as needed
* Submit records for SHEQ purposes, such as daily equipment checks.
* Understand and work to regulatory and company standards of health, safety, environment and quality
* Comply with all company policies, industry regulations and specifications
* Use initiative and experience to overcome challenges on site
* Maintain a full UK driving license, including towing license
* Complete training and assessments as per company requirements
* Supervise and train drilling assistants
* Due to the nature of the business your job description will inevitably change and you will from time to time be required to undertake other activities to meet the needs of the business as directed by your management team.
* SSL drillers are assigned field tablets to record their borehole logs and site records. Full training will be given on use of this app
* Working outside throughout the year in varying locations around the UK (staying away is often required; all expenses paid)
Person Specification
* CSCS and NVQ Level 2 (Lead Driller) required
* BDA accreditation preferred
* Full driving licence is essential
* Flexibility to work in varying locations around the UK
Salary And Benefits
* Salary between £33,000 & £44,000 Depending on experience
* 31 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), rising to 36 for extended service.
* Life insurance, pension scheme and free private GP service.
* A flexible benefits programme including the option to buy additional holidays, health cash plan and discounted gym membership, cycle to work scheme, electric car salary sacrifice scheme, plus more.
* Paid volunteer time
* Health & wellbeing programme
* Payment of relevant professional memberships and mentoring to chartership.
The RSK Group are an equal opportunity employer
#Geotechnical #Environmental #Construction
RSK will not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies other than RSK PSL or Secondary agencies.
About Us
Since its establishment in 1964, Structural Soils has evolved into an award-winning national, multidisciplinary, integrated geotechnical and geoenvironmental site investigation company. Owing to our astute personnel and range of equipment, we have the capability and capacity to undertake contracts of any size and scope and in any location. We regularly work on projects across the UK and internationally, serviced by a desk-based department working from offices in Bristol, Castleford, Coventry, Glasgow, Hemel Hempstead, Wigan, Plymouth and Tonbridge.
Structural Soils works with a vast number of clients from wide-ranging industries, both private and public. A client may seek advice on house subsidence, or a multinational energy company may require our help in constructing power stations. Our industry-renowned expert staff offer technical, logistical and contractual advice on all aspects of ground investigations. Our technical staff include civil engineers, geologists, engineering geologists, chemists and environmental scientists.
Structural Soils is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then.
At RSK, we operate as a group of businesses that work together seamlessly, aiming for growth through diversification. Our strategy helps us build a strong and resilient business, capable of weathering external challenges, while also providing greater value to our clients and more opportunities for our employees.
Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues' growth. We're committed to preserving RSK's people-first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.
By providing workplace adjustments, we make it easier for people to confidently explore and pursue our career opportunities and recognise that flexibility is key to fostering a dynamic and thriving workplace. Many of our office-based positions benefit from a flexible working arrangement, allowing our team members to achieve a balance between professional and personal commitments.
We actively encourage applications from candidates of all genders, races, ethnicities, ages, neurotypes, religions or beliefs, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities.
If you're passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?
Benefits
An RSK Company
Life Assurance
Annual Leave Purchase
Cycle to Work Scheme
Discounted Gym Membership
Mental Health Support
Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme
Documents
Inclusive Recruitment Guide for Candidates - DownloadLead driller Rotary - JD Oct 24.pdf - Download
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