Lead Miner

Teamforce Labour are actively seeking an experienced Lead Miner for an immediate start in Fleetwood, Lancashire (FY7).
This role is supporting a major and complex emergency infrastructure repair involving a burst water main located approximately 6 metres underground near The Strand and Broadway.
The project involves deep excavation within a congested utility corridor and presents significant engineering and environmental challenges, including:

• Working at depth (6m) in confined space conditions
• Close proximity to live gas and electricity services
• Continuous tidal water ingress, requiring 24-hour pumping operations
• Round-the-clock working to maintain safety and programme

This is a technically demanding project requiring a highly experienced Lead Miner capable of supervising underground operations, coordinating crews, and maintaining the highest standards of safety and productivity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate a team of miners within a deep excavation/tunnelling environment
• Oversee hand mining operations and installation of timber headings and ground support systems
• Ensure works are carried out safely within confined space conditions
• Supervise safe working practices around live utility services
• Monitor and manage productivity, quality, and adherence to programme
• Ensure compliance with all health & safety procedures and safe systems of work
• Support the Pit Boss and site management with daily planning and task allocation
• Assist with shift handovers within a 24-hour operational environment

Requirements: To be considered for this role, you must:

• Have extensive experience working as a Miner within the UK tunnelling industry
• Have demonstrable experience acting in a supervisory or Lead Miner capacity
• Have strong experience in timber heading installation
• Hold a valid TSTS (Tunnel Safety Training Scheme)
• Hold valid Confined Space certification (Medium or High Risk preferred)
• Hold a valid CSCS Card
• Be comfortable working on 24-hour shift patterns
• Provide an up-to-date CV
• Provide two recent and relevant references

What We Offer

• Competitive rates of pay
• Immediate start
• Opportunity to work on a complex, high-profile infrastructure repair
• Ongoing work for the right candidate

Equal Opportunities Statement:
Teamforce Labour is an equal opportunities employer. All applications will be reviewed based solely on merit, skills and experience, regardless of age, race, gender, disability, religion, or any other protected characteristic. If you require reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please inform us in advance.

About Us:
Teamforce Labour is a trusted and accredited supplier of skilled personnel to the Energy, Rail, Infrastructure, and Construction sectors across the UK. We are committed to delivering quality and safety across all aspects of our work while supporting diverse and inclusive hiring practices.