TBM Shift Engineer - London (100% onsite) (Tunnel Construction Project)

Protecnium; Italia; In loco; EUR 68.000 - 92.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A consulting firm is seeking a TBM Shift Engineer for a tunnel construction project in South London. The ideal candidate will have at least 4 years of experience in tunnel projects and a degree in Civil or Mining Engineering. Responsibilities include supervising TBM production, ensuring safety standards, and coordinating with various teams. Benefits include work visa management, travel costs coverage, and accommodations at project start. This role requires flexibility for rotating shifts, day and night.

Servizi

Full management of work visa fees

2 weeks paternity leave

Travel costs covered

2 weeks accommodation at project start

Company phone provided

Competenze

• Minimum of 4 years experience as a TBM shift engineer in tunnel projects.
• Strong understanding of TBM operational procedures.
• Previous experience in large-scale tunnelling projects is an asset.

Mansioni

• Supervise TBM production and excavation parameters.
• Ensure safety procedures and operational standards are followed.
• Manage and report shift progress and production metrics.
• Coordinate with Mechanical, Electrical, and Survey teams.
• Support troubleshooting and minor adjustments to TBM systems.

Conoscenze

TBM operating procedures

Tunnelling safety standards

Good communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Formazione

Degree in Civil Engineering

Degree in Mining Engineering

Related field

Descrizione del lavoro

Overview

Protecnium is an international consulting firm specializing in engineering and technical services. We are currently looking for a TBM Shift Engineer to join our team for a tunnel construction project in the South of London (100% Onsite).

Project: Tunnel construction project.

Estimated Duration: 12-month contract. When the project ends, we relocate the employee to other projects where possible to ensure continuity.

Responsibilities

• Supervise TBM production, excavation parameters, and machine performance during the assigned shift.
• Ensure adherence to safety procedures, operational standards, and project specifications.
• Manage and report shift progress, production metrics, and any technical issues encountered.
• Coordinate with Mechanical, Electrical, and Survey teams to resolve operational challenges.
• Report incidents, delays, and deviations to senior engineering staff and project management.
• Participate in daily briefings, toolbox talks, and shift handovers.
• Ensure proper documentation and logging of shift activities.
• Support troubleshooting and minor adjustments to TBM systems when required.
• Contribute to optimizing TBM performance and ensuring uninterrupted excavation cycles.

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years experience working as a TBM shift engineer in tunnel projects or similar projects.
• Degree in Civil Engineering, Mining Engineering, or related field.
• Strong understanding of tunnelling safety standards and TBM operating procedures.
• Good communication skills and ability to work in rotating shift patterns.
• Ability to work under pressure in a complex, high-productivity environment.
• Previous experience in large-scale tunnelling projects is an asset.

Working Hours

7/3-7/4 shifts. 12-hour shifts with rotations: day shifts (8am-6pm) and night shifts (8pm-6am).

Benefits and Logistics

• Work Visa: Full management and application fees covered by the company
• 2 weeks paternity leave
• Travel costs covered (beginning and end of project)
• 2 weeks accommodation at project start (if needed)
• Company phone provided

Start date

To be defined.

The description and conditions indicated here describe the general nature of the work and do not constitute a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and general competencies required by the staff. They are not an employment contract and are subject to modifications as required by the employer.

Equal Opportunity

Protecnium is committed to upholding the highest standards of equality, diversity, and inclusion throughout our recruitment processes. We welcome applications from talented professionals of all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process are available; candidates requiring support should let us know at the earliest opportunity.