Job Description

Lead Rotary Driller

Location:

Leeds (with national travel)

Salary:

Competitive

Contract Type:

Permanent

Ground Control Geotechnical Solutions (GCES)

is growing -- and we're looking for an experienced

Lead Rotary Driller

to join our specialist team.


At GCES, we deliver innovative, sustainable, and high-quality

geotechnical solutions

across the UK's biggest infrastructure and environmental projects. We're setting new standards in

technical excellence, operational integrity, and safety

-- and we want driven professionals to help us lead the way.

What You'll Do

As a

Lead Rotary Driller

, you'll be responsible for:

Operating and maintaining

rotary drilling rigs

and associated equipment Leading and mentoring on-site drilling teams Ensuring

safe, efficient, and high-quality

drilling operations Collecting accurate soil and rock samples for geotechnical analysis Conducting daily equipment checks and maintenance Promoting a strong

health, safety, and environmental

culture on-site Liaising with clients and site supervisors to deliver projects on time and to specification

What We're Looking For

Proven experience in

rotary drilling

and

ground investigation

operations Strong understanding of drilling techniques, including

open-hole

,

core

, and

wireline coring

Ability to lead and motivate a team in a fast-paced site environment Solid understanding of

HSE regulations

,

RAMS

, and

CDM requirements

Experience working on large-scale infrastructure, utilities, or construction projects

Desirable:

NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Land Drilling

(or equivalent qualification)

First Aid

and/or emergency response training Experience with digital data logging or geotechnical reporting tools Knowledge of foundation piling or slope stabilisation

What We Offer

Competitive salary and benefits package

National project variety and career development opportunities

A company culture built on

safety, teamwork, and integrity

Opportunity to make an impact in a

sustainability-driven

organisation

About Us

Ground Control Geotechnical Solutions (GCES)

is part of

Ground Control Ltd

, an award-winning UK business leading the way in

environmental and infrastructure services

.

Our mission is simple -- to deliver

sustainable geotechnical excellence

that supports the safe and efficient delivery of critical projects nationwide.

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Equal Opportunities Statement

At Ground Control, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued 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 and do not discriminate based on sex, age, disability, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We actively support and promote an inclusive culture, ensuring fair and equitable treatment throughout the recruitment process and beyond.