Concrete driller vacancies in Belgium
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As a concrete driller you drill and saw holes and openings in concrete, stone and asphalt. You set up the drilling and sawing machines, secure the work zone and neatly remove drill cores and sawn blocks. Sometimes you also carry out demolition work. You mostly work outdoors on structural construction sites and move from one site to the next. Colleagues also call this job concrete sawyer, asphalt driller or concrete and asphalt sawyer. Working safely is central: you follow the safety rules and work with respect for the environment. In Flanders you join specialised companies in construction and public works, where precise drilling and sawing work is needed on many projects.
Typical tasks
- Set up the site and prepare the work
- Secure the work zone before you start
- Position the drilling and sawing machines
- Drill and saw concrete, stone and asphalt
- Remove drill cores and sawn blocks
- Tidy the site and clean your tools
- Keep your work records up to date
Required skills
- Good physical condition for heavy manual work
- A VCA basic safety certificate is required on most sites
- Able to work precisely and safely with heavy machines
- A category B driving licence is an asset for reaching sites
- No fear of working at heights
What does a concrete driller earn?
Indicative Belgian pay range: €19–€25 gross per hour. Experience and sector allowances can raise your pay. Employee pay estimate; actual pay depends on experience, sector pay scales and working hours. Premiums, overtime and benefits are separate.
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Frequently asked questions
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What does a concrete driller do?
You drill and saw holes and openings in concrete, stone and asphalt. You set up the machines, secure the work zone and remove drill cores and sawn blocks. Sometimes you also carry out demolition work, always following the safety rules.
How much does a concrete driller earn in Belgium?
Indicative Belgian pay range: €19–€25 gross per hour. Experience and sector allowances can raise your pay. Employee pay estimate; actual pay depends on experience, sector pay scales and working hours. Premiums, overtime and benefits are separate.
Can you start as a concrete driller without experience?
Yes, many companies teach you the trade on the job. You start as a helper in concrete drilling and grow step by step towards independent drilling and sawing work. A safe working attitude and physical commitment matter more than diplomas.
What can you grow into as a concrete driller?
Specialise in core drilling, wall sawing or wire sawing before preparing complex jobs.
In which environment does a concrete driller work?
You work mostly outdoors on construction sites in the structural work sector, from new builds to demolition projects. It is manual work in which you handle drilling and sawing machines every day. You regularly move from one site to another.
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