Site Support Operative

SOCOTEC’s Infrastructure team delivers essential technical services that ensure the safety, quality and compliance of major construction and civil engineering projects across the UK. We provide independent construction materials testing to verify strength, durability and performance of key materials; foundations and pile testing to confirm ground stability; specialist structures and pavements assessment and analysis; and integrated geotechnical and structural monitoring that delivers real time data throughout project life cycles.

Our experts use industry leading methods and advanced technology to support infrastructure projects from initial site investigation through construction and long term performance, helping clients manage risk, meet regulatory standards and build safer, more resilient assets.

Your expertise deserves recognition. Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including 25 days holiday (with the option to buy more), 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.

Site Support Operative

Are you interested in Geotechnical ground investigation for construction? This could be your opportunity to excel as a Site Support Operative, playing a vital role in helping our business succeed.

As our company grows we are looking for a reliable, flexible and committed Lead Driller to join our Geotechnical team. As a member of Geotechnical, it is key that you are able to work efficiently as part of a team, as well as independently. While you may be performing the same array of tests day to day, the projects you undertake and the locations you are working from will constantly change, meaning no two days will be the same.

The tasks you will undertake will include:

• Mobilisation/demobilisation
• Enabling/reinstatement works
• Gas and groundwater monitoring
• Assisting with drilling works where needed

To be successful in this role, you will be able to demonstrate:

• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to multitask
• Ability to work well under pressure with a focus on deadlines and client satisfaction
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels
• Ability to keep accurate, legible records of tests carried out

Think you've got what it takes to add value to our success? We would love to hear from you and look forward to receiving your application. Building a safer and more sustainable world is the core mission we set out to achieve at SOCOTEC, it is at the heart of everything that we do. We are committed to acting as a key player in society, investing in innovative solutions to ensure social and environmental concerns are at the forefront of all of our business operations.