Description:
LEAD DRILLER - CABLE PERCUSSION (CP)
Location: Dartford
Salary: Competitive
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: 40 hours per week
At Ground Control Geotechnical Solutions (GCES), we deliver innovative, sustainable, and high-quality geotechnical solutions that support major infrastructure projects. We’re looking for an experienced Lead Cable Percussion Drilling Operative to lead safe, efficient, and high-quality CP drilling operations on site.
What you’ll do
Operate and maintain Cable Percussion (CP) drilling rigs
Lead and supervise on-site CP drilling teams
Prepare sites, set up plant and equipment, and carry out drilling works
Complete open-hole drilling, core drilling, and rock coring
Ensure accurate sampling, logging, and daily records
Act as the on-site representative, providing progress updates to management
Key Responsibilities:
Deliver CP drilling works safely, on time, and to specification
Allocate daily tasks and mentor less experienced operatives
Ensure compliance with HSE, CDM, and RAMS requirements
Lead toolbox talks and site safety briefings
Carry out equipment checks, routine maintenance, and defect reporting
Maintain high standards of quality, professionalism, and client satisfaction
What we’re looking for:
Essential
Proven experience in Cable Percussion (CP) drilling and ground investigations
Strong knowledge of open-hole, core, and rock coring techniques
Experience supervising site teams
Good understanding of HSE regulations and site safety requirements
Why join us:
Career Development Focus: We’re committed to supporting your professional growth with clear career paths, training, and tailored development programs, including our GC Leadership Academy, job specific accreditations and higher education opportunities.
Exciting Growth Opportunities: Be part of a rapidly growing company with a dynamic team and expanding client base.
Collaborative Environment: Work in a supportive, engaging, and innovative culture where your contributions are valued.
Competitive Package: Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package, along with flexible working options, including:
23 days holiday, Increasing with length of service + bank holidays
Yearly bonus scheme & Share options
Robust pension scheme
Medigold employee support, Free Flu Jabs, Online private GP Service
Free or subsidised national gym memberships
Employee Recognition Scheme
2 personal choice volunteering days
Ground Control
Ground Control is a UK-based grounds maintenance company powered by the latest technology. Since launching in 1973, Ground Control has grown rapidly and now provides full national coverage for our customers across the UK and Ireland.
We deliver a range of services, including grounds maintenance, winter gritting, landscape construction, design, arboriculture, electric vehicle charging point installation to more than 50,000 commercial properties across the UK.
If you are looking to invest in your future with a business that puts people at the centre of everything, click the apply now button below to speak to a member of our team.
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Equal Opportunities Statement
At Ground Control, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to thrive. We believe that diversity drives innovation and success, and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate based on sex, age, disability, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We actively support and promote an inclusive culture, ensuring fair and equitable treatment throughout the recruitment process and beyond.
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