Land Drilling Operative
2 weeks ago
Overview As a land drilling operative, you will be responsible for investigating the ground on a variety of construction sites before drilling holes to create gas wells or tunnels. Responsibilities Surveying sites and analyzing data Drawing up drilling programmes Monitoring health and safety Planning ways to reduce environmental impact Grouting and anchoring Sampling mineral deposits, soil or groundwater Installing underground tunnels or wells Being involved in landfill and geothermal projects How to Become a Land Drilling Operative There are several routes to becoming a land drilling operative. A common way is through an apprenticeship or direct employer training. Although some options have qualification requirements, many employers value enthusiasm, willingness to learn, and the ability to follow instructions. College or Training Provider You could complete a Diploma in Land Drilling Operations (Construction) with a specialist training provider. You’ll need 2‑3 GCSEs at grades 9 to 3 (A* to D), or equivalent. Equivalent entry requirements explained Find a course near you Funding advice Apprenticeship An apprenticeship with a specialist drilling company is a good way into the industry. You could complete a land drilling apprenticeship. You’ll need 2 GCSEs at grades 9 to 3 (A* to D), or equivalent. Apprenticeships are open to anyone over the age of 16 and require a minimum of 30 hours a week of on‑job and training. Work Experience Work experience is essential for gaining employment. You could gain experience at school, by working weekends, or with a relative who works as a land drilling operative. Potential employers value listed work experience. Skills Strong communication skills Good numeracy and IT abilities Analytical thinking skills Teamworking skills Ability to work under pressure Qualifications To become a Land Drilling Operative, you could complete the Specialist Applied Skills Programme (SAP), an 18‑month new entrant training programme leading to an NVQ and considered a sector apprenticeship. Salary The expected salary varies with experience. Newly trained operatives can start at £22,000, while experienced operatives may earn up to £41,000*. Salaries depend on location, employer, level of responsibility, overtime, and industry recognised training. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Diamond Drilling Operative
2 weeks ago
Peterborough, United Kingdom Go Construct Full timeWhat does a diamond drilling operative do? A diamond drilling operative is primarily responsible for cutting through concrete and steel reinforced concrete on various construction projects. The role also involves conducting a health and safety assessment, and estimating how much time the work will take before communicating this with the site manager....
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Ground Drilling Technician — Site Investigation
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Peterborough, United Kingdom Go Construct Full timeA construction services provider is seeking a Land Drilling Operative to investigate ground conditions on various construction sites. Responsibilities include monitoring health and safety, installing wells or tunnels, and minimizing environmental impact. The role requires strong communication and analytical skills, as well as a willingness to learn....
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Diamond Drilling Operative — On‑Site, Safe
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Piling Operative: Drive, Drill
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Piling Operative
1 week ago
Peterborough, United Kingdom Go Construct Full timeJoin to apply for the Piling Operative role at Go Construct4 days ago — Be among the first 25 applicantsJob responsibilitiesDriving heavy steel tubes into the ground at the right depth, filling them with concrete and then removing them, to leave the support in placeDriving fully reinforced, pre-cast concrete piling into the groundCarrying out rotary bore...