Backup Miner / Excavator Operator
We are currently looking for an experienced Backup Miner with an Excavator Ticket to join an active tunnelling project.
Start Date: 5th October 2026
Duration: Until mid-January 2027
Project: Active Tunnelling / Shaft Works
Requirements:
- Proven experience working as a Backup Miner / Miner
- Strong background in active tunnelling and underground works
- Valid Excavator Ticket
- Experience operating an excavator within shaft or tunnelling environments
- Experience with shaft sinking and pit bottom operations
- Ideally experienced with jacked caissons
- Experience working with or around sheet piling
- Comfortable working in deep shafts of approximately 15m
- Relevant tunnelling and site qualifications
- Strong understanding of underground health and safety procedures
If you are available from 5th October and have the relevant experience, please get in touch with your CV, tickets and availability.