Backup Miner

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 .

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