Drilling Operative

Job Description

As a Drilling Operative, you will play a key role within the Civils & Drilling operations team  will be supporting drilling activities for rock anchoring, micro piling, site investigation and testing across a diverse portfolio of high-profile infrastructure projects.

This work will involve the installation of Self-Drill Hollow Bars and DTHH Drilling. The position is based in Northern Ireland with projects all over the NI and ROI.

About you -

• Has extensive experience within the drilling and construction industry
• Has experience of operating small to medium size drilling rigs
• Has experience of adhering to Company and industry health & safety standards
• Has experience of dealing with logistical issues and problems on site
• Is self-motivated and able to work under own initiative
• Is able to interpret construction drawings and designs
• Is able to undertake routine maintenance and minor repairs to machinery on request
• Is able to travel extensively and stay overnight as needed to meet our customer needs
• Is able to meet the physical demands of the job
• Has a valid CSCS/CPCS/Safepass card
• Has a full UK driving licence

Your expertise deserves recognition. Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, an electric car scheme (where applicable), employee recognition programmes, family-friendly support, exclusive retail discounts, employee assistance programmes, and an enhanced company pension. SOCOTEC UK & Ireland are proud to be Disability Confident accredited.