Job Introduction

In general, the Tunnel Engineer's position is to support the tunnel technical services team in preparation for tunnelling, both TBM and SCL. In particular this will consist of:

• Assisting with the preparation of tunnelling procedures for both TBM and SCL tunnels

• Assisting with the management of the works associated with the ground movement assessments and associated mitigation measures

The role will report to the Lead Tunnel Engineering Manager.

Flexible working: We welcome you to ask about the flexibility you need. This might be part-time, remote working, or compressed hours for example. Anyone who applies for a role can ask about flexibility at interview. In return, we will explore what is possible for the role. 

Role Responsibility

• Assisting with the development of the DTAP process, including the procedure for the management of SRG meetings, the relevant escalation process and the production of the DTAP sheets.

• Providing tunnelling input into settlement mitigation works required along the route and ensuring that any constraints or requirements are captured in the DTAP process.

• Being the focal point between the various 3rd  parties / utilities teams and the tunnel delivery team, ensuring that 3rd party approvals are actioned.

• Having an input into the drafting of the Monitoring Action Plans and input into other engineering management documentation for the various tunnel drives.

• Ensuring that engineering aspects of tunnel management are captured in the programme.

• Engineering review / sign off of technical submissions.

The Ideal Candidate

• · Engineering Degree/HNC or similar in a construction discipline

• -Tunneling construction or tunnel engineering ·

• Good understanding of tunnelling processes and geotechnical principles,

• SCL tunnelling knowledge

• · Knowledge of construction techniques and best practice · Understanding of Engineering Principles

• · Computer competence (MS Word, Excel).

• · Technical knowledge of computer assisted design (CAD) software