Drill Rig Operator

VSL International (UK) are looking to appoint an experienced Driller to support our project team currently working on HS2, based in West Hyde, Rickmansworth (WD3).

The scope of work is to construct the piled foundations for the viaducts, grouting works, retaining structures for four ventilation shafts, and ground improvement works for the execution of the tunnel cross passages - with a total project value of over £167M.


Key Tasks and Activities :

• Operating Casagrande C8 Drill on a busy HS2 site
• Adhere to working instructions as specified internally from engineers, project manager and supervisors.
• Follow all Health & Safety requirements
• Provide paperwork, namely, drillers logs, equipment inspection sheets, timesheets on a weekly basis for approval.
• Maintenance of drilling equipment, small plant and tools
• Check levels and greasing of the drill rig and associated equipment
• Set up the machine at the correct position
• Set up the mast at the correct angle
• Work with the Drill Rig Helper
• Control the data logger to ensure recording of the drilling

Essential and Desirable Criteria:

Essential

• Experience using Casagrande equipment or similar
• CPCS above 20t
• CSCS card

Why VSL UK

VSL’s story started with a genuine technical revolution that helped broaden horizons for civil and construction engineers allowing them to push the boundaries of calculating structures further. Throughout the years we have continued to develop our products, equipment and construction technologies to respond to more and more stringent specifications in terms of quality, performance and construction speed.

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the most technically innovative and challenging projects across the UK and the world. With a strong corporate culture, our values reflect how we operate with Respect, Excellence, Courage, Integrity and Passion. We offer competitive basic salaries coupled with generous company benefits, including:

• 26 days annual leave, increasing to by 2 days for 2 years’ service (max. 30 days)
• Pension scheme
• Life insurance
• Private medical insurance
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Access to Lifestyle Benefits (such as our Cycle to Work Scheme)

 
Be Yourself!

Here at the Bouygues Group we value the creativity and innovation that our diverse workforce brings, encouraging people from all backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented communities to apply.

By joining us, you will be inspired to bring your full self to the workplace, speak up and share your unique ideas. You will also have an opportunity to join our employee led diversity & inclusion communities such as WeLink (women network), Encompass (LGBTQ+), Kaleidoscope (BAME), Disability and Wellness peer support network, Parents and Carers network.

We are an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of gender, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

We value your privacy and we are committed to protecting your personal details.  If you choose to apply for this role, please do not include any sensitive data on your CV which reveals (directly or indirectly); your race or ethnic origins, your political, philosophical or religious opinions, or your membership of a trade union, your social security number, or information which relates to your health or sexual orientation or to any criminal convictions.