WHO WE ARE

GD Drilling is a family-run site investigation contractor based in central Scotland. Since our establishment in 2019, we’ve steadily grown and are proud to be expanding our team. We are currently looking for a skilled and enthusiastic
Geotechnical/Geoenvironmental Engineer to join our dynamic company.
At GD Drilling, you’ll have the chance to work on diverse projects across the country, gaining valuable hands-on experience and developing your expertise in a supportive, close-knit team environment. If you’re looking for a career growth opportunity and want to make a meaningful impact within a growing company, we’d love to hear from you.

THE RIGHT FIT

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds a full driving license and is willing to travel and work outdoors
• Has a relevant degree (e.g., Earth Sciences, Geology, Civil Engineering, or similar)
• Has experience working on active sites
• Is familiar with BS 5930, BS 10175, and related guidance
• Has 2–5 years of experience (although candidates with more or less experience will be considered)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Membership with a professional organisation (e.g., Geological Society of London) or plans to join
• Experience with ground gas measurements and obtaining groundwater levels
• Holds a CSCS card

As a Geotechnical/Geoenvironmental Engineer at GD Drilling, you’ll play a key role in the operations of a drilling contractor. From day one, you’ll be hands-on and collaborate with colleagues to assess and unlock development sites across the country. You will have the chance to contribute to exciting, impactful projects while building your skills in a family-run company.

Key duties will include:

• Supervision and conducting site investigations across Scotland
• Assisting colleagues and supervising various drilling rigs (Rotary/CP/WS) on-site
• Service clearance and setting out
• Trial pitting, logging soils and rock core according to British Standards
• Monitoring gas and groundwater levels
• Soakaway testing and In-Situ testing
• Conducting groundwater sampling
• Preparing factual reports
• Estimating fees for projects