Responsible for supporting the safe delivery of drilling operations for all Geotechnical projects and others across the Griffiths portfolio. Responsible for working in accordance with company policies, procedures and work instructions. Responsible for ensuring that approved drilling related documentation is received and understood by themselves and all geotechnical operatives working on the projects, and other site staff who need to co-ordinate with the geotechnical team.
At Griffiths, we are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion through our recruitment process. We believe that a diverse workforce brings a wealth of perspectives, ideas, and experiences that strengthen our organisation and enhance the quality of our work. We welcome applications from everyone and can provide reasonable adjustments and tailored support for candidates who require this, including Armed Forces Veterans, Reservists and Care Leavers.
The Drilling Operative is accountable for, but not limited to, the following:
• Contributing to Health and Safety leadership for their Drilling and Project Teams, and promoting behavioural safety improvements throughout their duties
• Ensure that the Geotechnical team rigorously adhere to Company Rules and project specific reporting requirements
• Uphold the core company values, inspire and encourage the same throughout the site team
The Drilling Operative is responsible for, but not limited to, the following:
• Undertaking drilling operations at the instruction of Drilling Supervisors and Construction Managers, as part of wide-ranging project portfolio, incl. soil nailing, rock bolting, anchoring, small diameter piling and other elements as projects dictate.
• Responsible for assisting the Drilling Supervisor in the safe and technical management of the Geotechnical Team, incl. pre-use checks and maintenance of all drilling equipment, timely logging and reporting of issues, arranging repairs and servicing of drilling equipment, and compliance with BDA best practice guidance.
• Responsible for following safe drilling methodologies to construct the proposed works.
• Fulfil Lead Driller role for small scale/short duration Geotechnical projects within capability.
• Provide support to the Project Management team with the safe operational delivery of the project
• Ensure that you have been trained and assessed as competent to undertake that tasks you are assigned, and understand the controls identified to safely manage the risks associated with construction activities
• Management of resources within their area of responsibility, such as arranging materials, tools and equipment necessary for the drilling operations
• Compliance with all project documentation, applicable legislation and standards
• Maintaining effective client / stakeholder relationships to protect and enhance the company’s reputation to help enable repeat business
• Providing support to ensure that project environmental risks, objectives and targets are met
• Promote the importance of the Quality Management process, adherence to Inspection Test & Plans and ensuring completion of quality checks in line with construction drawings and specifications
• Receive induction training, toolbox talks and briefings for all safety alerts, lessons learned, monthly safety focus and other relevant documents
• Identifying personal training needs
• Ensuring all plant, tools and equipment used is maintained and secured always
• Complete and maintain daily records as per project specific requirements
• Any other duties commensurate with the grade and level of responsibility of this post, for which the post holder has the necessary experience and/or training to fulfil.
• Ensure you follow the requirements of the company handbook
• Proactively engaging the Close Call reporting system, reporting anything that you see which is likely to endanger either your own safety or others’ health and safety
• Support where required accident, incident investigations
• Taking care of your own health and safety, and others who might be affected by your actions
• Critical duties, these will be listed via a further formal appointment in addition to this Job description.
• >3 years experience in drilling operations such as soil nailing, rock bolting, piling, anchoring etc.
• Working towards NVQ Land Drilling, NVQ Level 3 – Construction Site Supervision or equivalent
• IRATA Level 1 or above (or willing to obtain within 3 months of start date)
• CSCS
• First Aid at work qualification.
• Lift Supervisor / Slinger Signaller
• Site Environmental Awareness Training Scheme (SEATS)
• CAT and Genny
• CPCS (Plant Operator tickets) or equivalent
Please use the form below to submit your details and upload your CV to apply for this position.
If you require any further information about the role, please contact recruitment@alungriffiths.co.uk.
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