Mining & Tunnelling Recruitment
mining & tunnelling Recruitment Solutions
Mining and tunnelling projects demand experienced professionals with the technical expertise, safety awareness and operational knowledge to work in some of the industry's most challenging environments. From shaft sinking, underground construction and tunnelling to mining operations, ground support and specialist excavation, every project depends on skilled people who understand the complexities of working below ground.
Working closely with tunnelling contractors, mining operators, infrastructure specialists and civil engineering businesses across the UK, we recognise the challenges of sourcing experienced, compliant professionals who can support safe, efficient project delivery.
Our specialist knowledge of the sector, combined with an established network of qualified candidates, enables us to recruit for everything from Tunnelling Operatives, Miners and TBM Operatives to Site Engineers, Shift Managers, Project Managers and senior technical professionals. By understanding the demands of every role, we deliver recruitment solutions that reduce hiring risk, improve workforce reliability and help our clients build high-performing teams capable of delivering complex underground projects.
RECRUITING FOR:
- Piling Operatives
- Lead Operatives
- Groundworkers
- Skilled Labourers
- Banksmen
- Slingers
- General Operatives
- Piling Rig Operators
- CFA Rig Operators
- Rotary Rig Operators
- Crane Operators
- Excavator Operators
- Telehandler Operators
- Piling Engineers
- Site Engineers
- Geotechnical Engineers
- Civil Engineers
- Foundation Engineers
- Design Engineers
- Site Managers
- Project Managers
- Contracts Managers
- Construction Managers
- Operations Managers
- Quantity Surveyors
- Estimators
- Planners
- Health & Safety Managers
- Environmental Advisors
- Technical Managers
DELIVERING PROJECTS ACROSS:
- Civil Engineering
- Infrastructure
- Rail
- Highways
- Utilities
- Renewable Energy
- Water
- Commercial Construction
- Residential Development
- Industrial Construction
- Energy
- Ground Engineering
RECRUITING FOR:
- Tunnelling Operatives
- TBM Operatives
- Miners & Shaft Sinkers
- Plant Operators
- Groundworkers
- Drill & Blast Operatives
- Mechanical & Electrical Engineers
- Site & Tunnel Engineers
- Geotechnical Engineers
- Surveyors & Quantity Surveyors
- Health & Safety Professionals
- Site Managers
- Project Managers
- Contracts Managers
- Commercial & Senior Leadership
DELIVERING PROJECTS ACROSS:
- Mining Operations
- Tunnelling
- Underground Construction
- Shaft Sinking
- TBM Projects
- Rail & Transport Infrastructure
- Utilities & Water Tunnels
- Ground Engineering & Geotechnics
- Quarrying & Surface Mining
- Heavy Civil Engineering
temporary
Our temporary recruitment solutions provide mining and tunnelling businesses with fast access to skilled, safety-critical and fully compliant professionals, helping you respond to labour shortages, maintain productivity and keep projects progressing safely and efficiently.
temp to perm
Our temp-to-perm recruitment solutions allow mining and tunnelling businesses to assess a candidate's technical ability, site performance and cultural fit before making a permanent hire, reducing recruitment risk and improving long-term workforce retention.
Hear from our customers
"We have been using Barker Ross to assist us with managing the peaks of our work without the need to recruit directly. The ability to understand our needs, and more importantly, supply the right people has assisted us very well".
Brian, London
"We have worked with Barker Ross for a number of years and have always found them to be responsive and able to cover the requirements we have. Barker Ross are definitely our preferred agency".
Cate, Nottingham
Speak to our specialists
If you're ready to learn more about how we can assist with your recruitment needs, contact our dedicated team today.
Frequently Asked Questions
HOW QUICKLY CAN YOU SUPPLY MINING AND TUNNELLING PROFESSIONALS?
Our specialist recruitment team can often introduce qualified candidates within 24 to 48 hours for urgent requirements. Whether you need temporary labour for project mobilisation, shift cover or planned works, or permanent professionals for long-term growth, we leverage our extensive network of experienced mining and tunnelling personnel to deliver fast, compliant recruitment solutions across the UK.
WHAT MINING AND TUNNELLING ROLES DO YOU RECRUIT FOR?
We recruit across the full mining and tunnelling sector, supplying temporary, permanent and contract professionals including Tunnelling Operatives, TBM Operatives, Miners, Shaft Sinkers, Plant Operators, Groundworkers, Site Engineers, Geotechnical Engineers, Site Managers, Project Managers, Quantity Surveyors, Contracts Managers and senior leadership positions.
HOW DO YOU ENSURE CANDIDATES ARE QUALIFIED AND COMPLIANT?
Every candidate undergoes a rigorous screening and compliance process before being introduced. This includes Right to Work checks, employment references and verification of relevant qualifications and certifications such as CSCS, CPCS, NPORS and any project-specific requirements. This ensures every worker is experienced, compliant and ready to work safely from day one.
WHY CHOOSE BARKER ROSS FOR MINING AND TUNNELLING RECRUITMENT?
Barker Ross combines specialist recruitment expertise with a strong understanding of the mining and tunnelling sector. We recognise the challenges of sourcing skilled professionals for safety-critical underground environments and provide compliant, experienced candidates who help keep projects productive, safe and on schedule. Whether you're recruiting for a single role or building an entire project team, we deliver recruitment solutions tailored to your operational needs.
