Short description

Interested in being part of a team for a tunnel construction project from A to Z? Are you qualified and passionate about the industry? Are you ready for the next step in your career? We are looking for several Micro Tunnelling Operator based in Europe!

Function description

iPS Tunnelling division has been operating on the market serving our clients worldwide since the late 1990s. We work with Tunnel Boring Machines (TBM) for road, rail and water tunnels. We also undertake conventional tunnelling using the drill and blast method. And since recently we work with micro-tunnelling (MTBM) and Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) technology. As a result, the projects in our department can vary a lot. Does this ring a bell to you? Then keep reading because you could be the Operator we are looking for!

Requirements

For this position, you will need:

• EU working permit, you will need it as the projects are in Europe;
• You have experience working as an Operator;
• Fluency in English is mandatory and if you speak other languages it's an asset;
• You have a team-spirit and problem-solving mindset;
• You want to travel to different countries;
• Valid CPCS/CSCS or any safety ticket will be required.

What we offer:

• Non-binding job position but we also get long term opportunities;
• Your flights and accommodation are included;
• Your transportation on site is arranged;
• You will earn a very competitive salary;
• Before, during and after the project we will support you with any issue.

Please note we don't have a vacancy at the moment for this position, this is a pool vacancy to submit your CV. As soon as we get a client vacancy matching your profile we will contact you!

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