Lead Geothermal Driller
hace 1 día
Nottingham
At Rendesco, we believe that heating our homes shouldn’t heat the planet. Since 2012, we’ve been leading the way in renewable heating solutions — designing, installing, and operating cutting-edge heat pump systems that make a real difference. This is more than just a job. Joining our team now means helping to shape our growth story and play an active role in decarbonising one of the UK’s most crucial sectors. We’re proud of our dynamic, open culture, flat hierarchy, and diverse team, united by passion, purpose, and a drive to deliver exceptional results. Decarbonisation should be easy, and we make it effortless The role We’re looking for an experienced Lead Rotary Driller to join our team! Your work will include: • Operation of drilling rigs (Comacchio GEO602, 900 and 909GT) and related equipment to drill geothermal boreholes on land-based sites, to depths in excess of 200m., • Operation of mud cleaning/recycling equipment and deployment of a site-specific mud programme to allow the efficient, clean drilling of closed-loop GSHP boreholes., • Installation of closed-loop heat collectors in vertical and inclined boreholes, grouting and completion per design specification., • Interpret drilling plans and geological data to optimise loop placement and BH depth., • Maintain daily drilling records, including depth, drilling conditions, and equipment use., • Complete QA/QC testing on installed loops and ensure good records are kept., • Ensure drilling activities comply with environmental, health, and safety regulations., • Perform routine equipment inspections and maintenance; troubleshoot mechanical issues and perform basic field repairs. About you You will be an enthusiastic and motivated experienced Lead Driller who thrives in a team. The ideal location for you to be based is the Southwest of England. Although this is a Nationwide role, you must be willing to travel for work (with expenses paid). The successful candidate will need to pass drug and alcohol screening and be capable of passing both a safety critical medical certificate, and DBS checks. Qualifications and desired skills • Demonstrable experience of drilling boreholes to depths in excess of 200m, • CSCS card, or the ability to obtain one, • Emergency First Aid at Work is preferred but not essential, • Telehandler ticket/license is preferred but not essential, • Full UK Driving license, • Effective and clear communication and interpersonal skills, • NVQ Level 2 in Land Drilling (Essential) What’s in it for you? • Competitive salary of (depending on experience) & discretionary bonus, • Private Medical Insurance after 6 months service., • Electric Vehicle Salary and Cycle to Work Salary Sacrifice Schemes, • Quarterly Social Fund allocated of £50 per quarter for team events and gatherings, to encourage engagement across teams., • £30 Monthly contribution to Phone Contract paid directly into your monthly wage packet., • Further training, qualifications and development opportunities as we continue to grow., • 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) Be the change. If you’re ready to put your skills to work on meaningful projects that help power a cleaner, greener Britain — we’d love to hear from you. At Rendesco, we’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace. As a Disability Confident and equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from all backgrounds.