Lead Cable Percussion Driller

1 week ago

Leicester LE, United Kingdom ADS Drilling Full time

Role: Lead Cable Percussion Driller

Location: Leicester

Salary: £37,000 - £55,000(uncapped OTE)

Job Type: Full-time

New Year, New Career – Join ADS Drilling

At ADS, we're seeking a dedicated Lead Cable Percussion Driller to join our team. This role is vital in supporting our mission to deliver top-quality drilling services across multiple locations, ensuring safety, efficiency, and client satisfaction.

Why Join ADS?

ADS is a family-run business established in 1989, built on honest values, strong teamwork and long-term career growth. We're passionate about delivering exceptional customer service and maintaining a culture built on quality and excellence

What can we offer you?

  • Full training and support
  • Generous bonus scheme
  • Overnight subsistence allowance for working away.
  • Pre-paid accommodation Monday–Friday
  • A company vehicle
  • A stable, growing company with a strong team culture.

What you'll be doing?

  • Operating and maintaining cable percussion drilling rigs, including mobilisation and demobilisation.
  • Conduct mechanical inspections and perform routine maintenance on drilling machinery.
  • Liaising with clients, engineers and site contacts.
  • Staying away from home during the week
  • Maintain detailed records of work performed and equipment used.
  • Maintaining a safe working environment

What we're looking for

  • Experience within the Drilling Industry
  • A reliable, team-focused individual
  • Someone who takes pride in their work.
  • Physically fit and comfortable with outdoor/manual work
  • A strong work ethic and positive attitude
  • Willingness to learn and develop new skills.
  • Happy to work away Monday–Friday

Essential:

  • Full, UK Driving Licence
  • Ability to pass regular drug & alcohol testing.
  • CSCS Card
  • NVQ Level 2 Lead Driller Qualification
  • Living within commuting distance of the midlands area

Is This You?

If you're looking for a long-term career, enjoy working outdoors and want to be part of a supportive, experienced team who take pride in what they do — we'd love to hear from you.

**All applicants must have full right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we cannot provide visa sponsorship**

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £37,000.00-£55,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

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