Backup Miner

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…

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Pay rate £300 – £320/day

Contract type Contract

Posted 29 September 2026

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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 teamDuration: 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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