Backup Miner

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  • £300 - £320 per day
  • Ashby-De-La-Zouch, England
  • Contract

Backup Miner - Pipejacking / Tunnelling

Site: Riv Mease
Start Date: 2nd November 2026
Finish Date: 28th December 2026
Company: Active Tunnelling

We are looking for an experienced Backup Miner to join an Active Tunnelling project at Riv Mease, starting 2nd November through to 28th December.

Duties will include:

  • Supporting the Lead Miner and tunnelling team
  • Working on pipejacking operations
  • Assisting with works within shafts and pits
  • Supporting the installation and movement of pipes and tunnelling equipment
  • Carrying out general underground mining duties
  • Following all site health and safety procedures

Requirements:

  • Previous experience working as a Backup Miner
  • Strong pipejacking experience
  • Experience working within shafts and pits
  • Previous tunnelling experience
  • Relevant tunnelling/site qualifications
  • Good understanding of underground working and site safety
  • Reliable and able to work effectively as part of a tunnelling team

Duration: 2nd November to 28th December 2026

If you're an experienced Backup Miner with pipejacking experience and are available from 2nd November, please get in touch for more information.

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