Shotfirer / Driller RecruitmentSheffield
Looking for a shotfirer / driller in Sheffield? We don't give you candidates, we give you capacity: shotfirer / drillers on contract for immediate cover or permanent for the long term, across Sheffield and South Yorkshire / Peak District. Typical salary £32,000 to £48,000.
// Key Takeaways
- Andrews Recruitment Group recruits shotfirer / drillers across Sheffield and South Yorkshire / Peak District on contract for immediate cover and permanent for the long term.
- Typical shotfirer / driller salary is £32,000 to £48,000 (higher for dual drill-and-blast competence).
- For urgent needs ARG returns a shortlist of available, pre-qualified contractors typically within 24 to 72 hours.
- Call +44 7852 781 836 or email info@andrews-recruitment.com to hire a shotfirer / driller in Sheffield.
The Shotfirer / Driller Role
Drill-and-blast is one of the most licence-constrained roles in the sector: a Shotfirer must hold a recognised certificate of competence and work to a tightly regulated shot plan. The pool of ticketed shotfirers is small and concentrated around hard-rock regions, so operators frequently need mobile or contract cover to keep the face advancing. ARG maintains direct relationships with shotfirers and drill-and-blast operatives across the UK for both permanent roles and campaign/contract blasting work.
Aggregates in Sheffield & South Yorkshire / Peak District
The Peak District fringe around Sheffield is major limestone and aggregates country, home to some of the largest quarrying and lime operations in the country alongside asphalt and recycled aggregate sites. Operational demand is intense, quarry supervision, fixed plant maintenance, crushing and screening, and increasingly controls/automation as plants modernise.
Typical Qualifications & Tickets
- Shotfiring Certificate of Competence
- Explosives handling / storage awareness
- Drill rig operation (NPORS)
- Face profiling / laser survey advantageous
Other aggregate roles in Sheffield
Shotfirer / Driller in Sheffield: Hiring FAQs
How can I hire a Shotfirer / Driller fast in Sheffield?
Andrews Recruitment Group supplies immediate capacity for shotfirer / driller roles in Sheffield and South Yorkshire / Peak District. For urgent needs we return a shortlist of available, pre-qualified contractors typically within 24 to 72 hours, or permanent candidates in days. Call +44 7852 781 836 or email info@andrews-recruitment.com.
What licence does a Shotfirer need?
A recognised Shotfiring Certificate of Competence, plus explosives handling/storage awareness and drill-rig competence. Work is carried out to a regulated shot plan.
What does a Shotfirer earn in the UK?
Typically £32,000 to £48,000, with the higher end for combined drill-and-blast competence and mobile availability.
Can ARG supply contract shotfirers?
Yes, ticketed shotfirers are one of the roles most often needed on immediate contract cover, and we hold a live network for it.
// Get capacity in Sheffield
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