Diamond Driller

Job Description

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Diamond Driller to join a well-established and reputable company working across Portsmouth, Hampshire, London and the South of England, further afield maybe required. This is an excellent opportunity for a permanent vacancy and to further your career within this sector, working with a professional, established company, offering consistent support. Must live in the Portsmouth, Hampshire area, and have good experience within the Diamond drilling sector, must have a clean UK driving license.

The role will involve carrying out a range of diamond drilling and coring tasks across various construction and civil engineering sites, and other establishments. You will be expected to work efficiently, maintain high safety standards, and represent the company professionally on-site. Due to some of the sites that our client carries out work on throughout Portsmouth, Hampshire, further afield, DBS checks will be carried out, you must be reliable, hardworking, have a strong focus on quality, safety, and professionalism.

Sites you will be working on

• MOD Sites
• Health care, hospitals
• Retail establishments
• Refinery
• Commercial
• Factories / industrial

Key Responsibilities

• Carrying out diamond drilling and coring works
• Working on a variety of construction and infrastructure projects
• Operating drilling equipment safely and efficiently
• Reading and interpreting site drawings/specifications
• Ensuring all work meets required quality standards
• Carrying out routine maintenance and checks on equipment
• Adhering strictly to all health & safety procedures
• Travelling to sites across Portsmouth, London, South & South East (and occasionally further)

About You

• Proven experience as a Diamond Driller
• Strong background specialist drilling works
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Reliable, professional, and hardworking
• Good understanding of site safety and procedures
• Ideally based in or around Portsmouth, Hampshire
• Flexible with travel and working hours
• Comfortable with early starts and site based environments
• Provide 2 x sources of references

Required Qualifications

• CSCS Card (essential)
• Driving Licence (essential)
• NVQ Level 2 in Diamond Drilling (preferred, not essential if experienced)
• Additional tickets beneficial

Working Hours

• Typical site hours (may vary depending on project)
• Flexibility required for different locations and job demands

What’s on Offer

• Competitive pay (based on experience and attitude)
• Overtime and additional hours available
• Ongoing training and progression opportunities
• Company pension
• Company van & fuel card provided
• Permanent vacancy
• Work with a respected, established, growing company