Structural Soils Ltd is a 270-strong award winning site investigation contractor with a large fleet of drilling equipment. As part of the RSK Group, Structural Soils continues to grow rapidly and has secured some very exciting projects across the UK and abroad.
Lead Driller – Sonic/Rotary or Cable Percussion
We have a vacancy for a Lead Driller to join our team in Glasgow This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to join a supportive and experienced team that focuses on quality and H&S. We work all over the UK ranging from inner-city to countryside locations.
Responsibilities:
Competently operate a 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)
Experience and Qualifications:
CSCS and NVQ Level 2 (Lead Driller) required BDA accreditation preferred
Full driving license is essential
Flexibility to work in varying locations around the UK
Salary and benefits:
Salary commensurate with experience – £33,000 to £42,000
Overtime pay for night and weekend working
Regular training and development
Contributory Pension Scheme
Company van provided for site work
A flexible benefits program including the option to buy additional holidays, childcare vouchers and private health care (medical and dental)
Discounted gym memberships and activity savings
Employee discounts schemes
Life assurance
Access to digital GP service and mental health support
Bereavement counselling and probate advice
Cycle to work and electric vehicle schemes
Volunteering days
Retirement and mortgage advice
Wellbeing Hub
We operate an open and relaxed management culture that nurtures continuous improvement and innovation. This also enables us to achieve a staff turnover rate that’s consistently below the industry average. Adopting a proactive growth strategy helps us to run a sustainable and profitable business while providing new and exciting career opportunities for all.
RSK is committed to our Corporate Responsibility strategy. We seek to minimise our impact on the environment; to engage positively with the community and education groups; to provide a safe and supportive atmosphere in which to work; and to promote Corporate Responsibility throughout our supply chain.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £33,000.00-£42,000.00 per year
Benefits: Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance On-site parking Referral programme
Application question(s): Must be located within 1 hour of Glasgow Do you have an NVQ in Land Drilling Level 2
Licence/Certification: Driving Licence (required)
Location: Glasgow (Glasgow) (preferred)
Work Location: On the road…