Lead Miner

Location: Fleetwood

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