Labourer / Assistant Driller

Igne is seeking an Assistant Driller to join the Specialist Drilling team in Presteigne, Wales, The successful candidate support the Lead Driller with the operation of drilling, construction and installation of water supply boreholes. This role would suit someone who enjoys working outdoors and is able to work across the UK.  A full UK driving license is required to be considered for the role.

We are Igne Group Limited, a synergetic amalgamation of six companies, renowned within our respective fields, with over 350 years of combined experience. A one-stop shop for pre- and post-construction services, Igne’s six service categories are: ground investigation, testing, unexploded ordnance, specialist drilling, geothermal, and geo-environmental.

If you want to join an innovative, fast-paced and dedicated team who are making a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Assisting and supporting in the drilling, construction, and installation of water supply boreholes
• Transportation of drilling rig and specialist plant equipment
• Assist with set up and operation of the drilling rig and specialist plant equipment
• Maintain and carry out routine maintenance on equipment 

Person Specification:

Essential

• Full UK driving licence licence (travel is a requirement)
• Able to work within a high-pressured environment
• Clear communication skills (written and verbal)
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weathers and stay away from home as required. 

Desirable

• CSCS card and hold a full driver licence (travel across the UK is required)
• Experience of working within a construction related environment.
• An awareness of general H&S regulations 

Salary & Benefits:

• Salary on offer is c£29,156 for a 44.5 hour week, plus overtime
• 33 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays
• Continuous training and development
• Medical cashback plan
• Death in service scheme 

We are a Real Living Wage Employer, a Disability Confident Employer and signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant; we recruit talented individuals who care about making a positive difference.  We want colleagues to bring their whole selves to work and to be able to be themselves, so equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) are core to our company culture and integral to the success of our business. We also want all colleagues to thrive, which is why we have trained and dedicated mental health first aiders across the organisation who are available for all employees to speak to for any support they need. We believe in the development of our talent, which is why at Igne, you will have many opportunities for training and development within your role.

Igne is not able to offer visa sponsorship for this position. All applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application.