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About the Role

This is a hands-on role where you’ll be out on site, learning from experienced drillers and building a long-term career in geotechnical drilling. We’re looking for someone reliable, practical, and ready to get stuck in — someone who takes pride in doing the job properly and wants to develop their skills over time.

Responsibilities

• Support the Lead Driller with geotechnical drilling operations across a variety of sites
• Assist with site preparation, rig set-up, and borehole drilling activities
• Handle drilling tools, rods, and consumables safely and effectively
• Collect and manage soil and rock samples for testing and analysis
• Support the installation of monitoring equipment such as piezometers and standpipes
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organised working environment at all times
• Carry out daily pre-start checks and basic maintenance of equipment
• Follow HSE procedures, RAMS, and all site safety requirements

Requirements

• Experience as an Assistant Driller
• Basic knowledge of drilling techniques, soil mechanics, or geotechnical investigations
• Good understanding of health & safety and safe working practices
• Ability to use hand tools and equipment safely and confidently
• Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
• Reliable, hardworking, and motivated to learn and progress
• NVQ Level 2 in Land Drilling (or willingness to work towards it)
• First Aid or other relevant safety certifications
• Plant, forklift, or other site-related tickets

Skills

• Drilling techniques
• Soil mechanics
• Geotechnical investigations
• Health & safety
• Safe working practices
• Hand tools
• Equipment operation

Location

• Dartford
• South West

Work Type

• Full time
• Permanent
• 40 hours per week
• Monday–Friday

Experience Level

• Assistant Driller experience

Education Level

• NVQ Level 2 in Land Drilling (or willingness to work towards it)
• First Aid or other relevant safety certifications

Salary/Compensations

• Competitive salary – aligned with your skills and experience

Benefits

• Structured training and clear progression into Lead Driller and supervisory roles
• Opportunity to gain NVQ qualifications in Land Drilling
• Hands-on experience across varied geotechnical and infrastructure projects
• Supportive team environment where you’ll learn from experienced professionals
• A role that keeps you active, outdoors, and constantly developing new skills
• Pension scheme
• Recognition schemes
• Private GP service
• Life insurance
• Holiday buy scheme

About the Company

• At Ground Control Geotechnical Solutions (GCES), we deliver innovative and sustainable geotechnical services that support safe and efficient infrastructure projects.

Equal Opportunity

• At Ground Control, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.
• We believe that diversity drives innovation and success, and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
• We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer.
• We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic as defined in the Equality Act 2010.
• We actively support and promote an inclusive culture, ensuring fair and equitable treatment throughout the recruitment process and across all stages of employment, including training, development, promotion, pay, and termination.
• We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for disabled applicants and employees, and to creating a working environment free from discrimination, harassment, bullying, or victimisation.
• We expect all colleagues to uphold our values of dignity, respect, and inclusion.
• We take a zero-tolerance approach to any form of discriminatory behaviour and are committed to continuous improvement through training, inclusive policies, and accountability at all levels.