Trainee Driller

  • Apprenticeship Reference: 2484425827-2
  • Date Posted: 28 November 2025
  • Apprentice Employer: Irlam Associates Group
  • Location: Bayston Hill, Shropshire
  • Apprentice Pay: On Application
  • Apprenticeship Sector: Commercial & QS, Driving, Health and Safety, Manufacturing
  • Apprenticeship Type: Permanent
  • Work Hours: Full Time

About this Apprenticeship

This is a very exciting and progressive opportunity to join a leading Commercial Explosive Manufacturer in the UK. We are looking for a Trainee Driller, this is role that is going to covering various UK locations so the applicant needs to be willing to travel.

The client is a market leader whose service provision spans multiple channels and applications. An employer of choice, this client offers personal development and a lot of progression opportunities. In return for your commitment, they will provide you with the know-how and support so you ll become a subject matter expert.

In return for your service, you can expect a competitive salary, attractive company pension, 25 days annual leave, bonus based around company performance, perks plus much more.

The Trainee Driller will be responsible for:
  • You will be responsible for operating a Drill Rig to Drill Holes to specific measurements and work scopes.
  • You will be required to review your work progressively until the task at hand has been completed and progress accordingly when necessary
  • You will be expected to deal with any physical day to day requirements, this includes changing Machine Drill Bits, Moving Machines, Lifting Equipment, Handling Liquids, and Changing Hammers.
  • In charge of Health and Safety of machinery doing pre-start checks and ensuring this is continued throughout the shift.
  • Capture all drilling information on a drilling log
  • To report all near misses and accidents in line with the company procedures.
The Trainee Driller will need to have:
  • Experience working outside in a manual handling, active job.
  • Driving license
You will be paid Travel Time, Overtime and for Overnight.