Lead Miner
CV-LibraryNorth West EnglandcontractPosted: 15 April 2026
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Employment Type: Full-Time / Long-Term Contract
Duration: Up to 5 Years
Salary: Competitive + overtime + allowances
About the Role
We are seeking Experienced Leading Miners to join a major shaft sinking and tunnelling project in the North West UK. This is a long-term opportunity offering up to five years of stable work on a complex underground infrastructure scheme.
Leading Miners will play a critical role in directing underground operations, coordinating teams, and ensuring safe and efficient progress in high-risk tunnelling and shaft environments.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and coordinate underground mining teams during shaft sinking and tunnelling operations
Ensure safe excavation, ground support, and advance works are carried out to specification
Supervise and support miners, ensuring adherence to method statements and lift plans
Work closely with supervisors, engineers, and other site personnel to deliver production targets safely
Monitor ground conditions and report hazards or changes immediately
Oversee installation of temporary works, supports, and tunnel services
Maintain strict compliance with health, safety, and environmental procedures
Promote safe systems of work in confined and underground environmentsEssential Requirements
Proven experience as a Leading Miner on shaft sinking and/or tunnelling projects
Strong knowledge of underground excavation techniques and sequencing
Confined Spaces certification (Medium/High Risk) - essential
Valid medical certificate (safety-critical) - essential
Strong leadership and communication skills in high-pressure environments
Ability to work shifts, including nights and weekends
Excellent awareness of underground safety procedures and risk managementDesirable
Experience on large-scale civil engineering or infrastructure projects
CSCS card or equivalent
First Aid certification
Experience with ground support systems, tunnelling plant, or TBM support operationsWhat We Offer
Long-term work (up to 5 years) on a major infrastructure project
Competitive rates with overtime opportunities
Travel and accommodation allowances (where applicable)
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Strong safety-first working cultureHow to Apply
Please submit your CV along with relevant certifications, including Confined Spaces and valid medical, detailing your experience as a Leading Miner on shaft sinking and tunnelling projects.
Or call us directly on (phone number removed)
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
Employment Type: Full-Time / Long-Term Contract
Duration: Up to 5 Years
Salary: Competitive + overtime + allowances
About the Role
We are seeking Experienced Leading Miners to join a major shaft sinking and tunnelling project in the North West UK. This is a long-term opportunity offering up to five years of stable work on a complex underground infrastructure scheme.
Leading Miners will play a critical role in directing underground operations, coordinating teams, and ensuring safe and efficient progress in high-risk tunnelling and shaft environments.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and coordinate underground mining teams during shaft sinking and tunnelling operations
Ensure safe excavation, ground support, and advance works are carried out to specification
Supervise and support miners, ensuring adherence to method statements and lift plans
Work closely with supervisors, engineers, and other site personnel to deliver production targets safely
Monitor ground conditions and report hazards or changes immediately
Oversee installation of temporary works, supports, and tunnel services
Maintain strict compliance with health, safety, and environmental procedures
Promote safe systems of work in confined and underground environmentsEssential Requirements
Proven experience as a Leading Miner on shaft sinking and/or tunnelling projects
Strong knowledge of underground excavation techniques and sequencing
Confined Spaces certification (Medium/High Risk) - essential
Valid medical certificate (safety-critical) - essential
Strong leadership and communication skills in high-pressure environments
Ability to work shifts, including nights and weekends
Excellent awareness of underground safety procedures and risk managementDesirable
Experience on large-scale civil engineering or infrastructure projects
CSCS card or equivalent
First Aid certification
Experience with ground support systems, tunnelling plant, or TBM support operationsWhat We Offer
Long-term work (up to 5 years) on a major infrastructure project
Competitive rates with overtime opportunities
Travel and accommodation allowances (where applicable)
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Strong safety-first working cultureHow to Apply
Please submit your CV along with relevant certifications, including Confined Spaces and valid medical, detailing your experience as a Leading Miner on shaft sinking and tunnelling projects.
Or call us directly on (phone number removed)
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