We are currently looking for an experienced Tunnelling Site Manager to join a major underground construction project in the Midlands, working on a night shift basis.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced tunnelling professional looking for an immediate start, offering £400+ per shift, accommodation provided and an enhanced rate for night work.
The Role
- Managing and coordinating all night-shift tunnelling activities.
- Leading site supervisors, engineers, operatives and subcontractors.
- Ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with the project programme.
- Monitoring production, progress and productivity against shift targets.
- Coordinating plant, equipment, materials and labour requirements.
- Ensuring compliance with RAMS, permits, site procedures and relevant tunnelling regulations.
- Conducting site inspections, toolbox talks and shift briefings.
- Managing shift handovers and communicating progress and issues to the day team and senior management.
- Identifying and resolving operational issues and coordinating corrective actions.
- Maintaining high standards of quality and workmanship.
- Managing incidents, emergencies and site issues during the night shift.
- Completing accurate shift reports, records and production documentation.
- Working closely with the Project Manager, Construction Manager, Engineers and client representatives.
About You
- Proven experience as a Site Manager, Shift Manager or Tunnelling Manager within underground construction.
- Strong experience working on tunnelling, shafts, underground construction or major civil engineering projects.
- Previous experience managing night shifts and large site teams.
- Strong understanding of tunnelling methods, construction processes and underground working environments.
- Excellent knowledge of health & safety, RAMS and site compliance.
- Proven ability to manage production, resources and programme targets.
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
- Ability to make sound decisions and resolve issues in a challenging underground environment.
- Previous tunnelling or underground construction experience is essential.
What's on Offer
- Night shift
- Digs/accommodation provided
- Major tunnelling/infrastructure project
- Professional and experienced site team
Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.