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Birmingham, West Midlands, UK - TBM Shift Manager - HS2 Tunnel Job

 

I would like to inform you my fellow tunnellers of the following job opening.

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This is a job at a respected consortium doing prestigious HS2 work. This is a very unique opportunity if you would like to joint the team!
 

I am giving below the link to the vacancy advertisement.

Apply quickly if interested. All the best.

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TBM Shift Manager

Balfour Beatty Vinci has an exciting opportunity for a TBM Shift Manager / Tunnel PIC to join our team and work as part of SL1 in Long Itchington Wood, Warwickshire.

Role Purpose:

To lead and control a section of the works, according to a specific discipline. Management of a team of Section Engineers, Site Engineers within same discipline.
What you'll be doing

    Ownership of whole process of production, checking and submission of Handover Documentation (Green Files or equivalent)
    Implements systems and processes to support construction of the works in accordance with the specification (e.g. Materials Approval, NCR, Handover Documentation)
    Carries out trend analysis of the above and identifies improvement areas for non-conformance and business improvement
    Carries out Independent Inspections of their own section and of others
    Carries out Site Audits to check works and documentation compliance
    Liaise with designer to resolve technical issues
    Production and implementation of Permits to Work, specifically Confined Space Permits and Hot Works Permits
    Strong understanding of temporary works and timescales for implementation into the works
    Guides & coaches team in technical requirements and techniques of setting out
    Guides and coaches team in resolution of construction issues, drawing on experience and accepted industry best practice
    Cross references section programme to three weekly programme and ensures compatibility
    Maintains accurate diary, including dialogue with external organisations (subcontractors)
    Produces a budget from the resourced programme and monitors / reviews weekly costs
    Involved in the procurement of subcontractors
    Manages sub-contractors

Who we're looking for

    Strong knowledge and management of construction process in one or more of the following areas: Tunnelling, Earthworks/Drainage, Pavement, Comms, Structures, Roadworks
    A full understanding of technical requirements and techniques of setting out
    Strong understanding of requirements for handover, including certification
    Able to clearly communicate the requirements of a safe system of work to ensure that these are followed accurately
    Capable of taking ownership of tasks and communicating outcomes with clarity, including managing others in this regard
    Strong work ethic with flexibility to work unsociable hours/nights
    Able to work on own initiative and seek out opportunities in line with level of responsibility
    Excellent team player, able to work competently and independently without continuous supervision
    Strong communication skills with solution orientated approach to issue resolution
    Excellent role model for development of junior staff and demonstrates required behaviours to align to project and team objectives
    Good working knowledge of current H&S Legislation
    Holds a current driving license and CSCS Card
    SSSTS or SMSTS qualified

Why work for us

Balfour Beatty VINCI (BBV) is responsible for designing and building part of the most exciting and challenging infrastructure project in Europe: HS2.

We are building the West Midlands section of HS2's Phase One route, spanning approximately 90km from Long Itchington in Warwickshire to the centre of Birmingham and on to Handsacre in Staffordshire. We will be employing thousands of people from the region to design and build the civil infrastructure for HS2 and we are looking for a wide range of skills to join the team and support this unique and ground breaking project.

Diversity and Inclusion: We aim to be a leader in equality, diversity and inclusion by creating a safe inclusive working environment for all - living our values of Safety, Respect, Integrity and Leadership. We are positive and inclusive about making adjustments, providing flexible working, encouraging all staff to engage in a diverse range of year round learning opportunities and provide personal development opportunities. Our aim is to attract more people from diverse backgrounds to help us build on our inclusive culture.

Flexible working: Flexible or agile working is encouraged at BBV and we recognise the value and diversity of candidates which this can bring to our business operations. Not every role can provide a variety of working patterns to suit people's personal needs however we are happy to discuss agile working opportunities at BBV with you.

Disability confident: We care about being inclusive and that means we encourage applications from people with diverse set of backgrounds and experiences. BBV is Disability Confident committed and we welcome applications from candidates with a disability.

Balfour Beatty VINCI is a long established joint venture between two global leaders in the delivery of critical infrastructure. Working together for over 30 years, we have been successful in delivering a number of significant infrastructures; creating unrivalled expertise and capability across rail, highways and aviation sectors in the UK and beyond.

In 2008, we announced our formal alliance with the aim of delivering modern and innovative solutions to the UK's infrastructure needs. Since then, our collaboration has gone from strength to strength. We've successfully bid and delivered many key projects for Crossrail and Highways England Smart Motorways Programme. Balfour Beatty VINCI is a powerhouse for critical infrastructure.

https://balfourbeattyvinci.co.uk/job-detail/?detail=bbv00452-tbm-shift-manager

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