Location: North West UK
Employment Type: Full-Time / Long-Term Contract
Duration: Up to 5 Years
Salary: Competitive + overtime + allowances
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About the Role
We are recruiting an experienced Separation Plant Operator (Mud Tech / Mud Man) to work on major shaft sinking and tunnelling projects across the North West UK. This is a long-term opportunity on a high-profile infrastructure project, supporting critical slurry and separation operations.
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Key Responsibilities
* Operate and maintain the separation plant for slurry/tunnelling operations
* Monitor and control slurry systems, including density, viscosity, and flow rates
* Ensure efficient removal and processing of spoil from tunnelling activities
* Conduct routine checks, maintenance, and troubleshooting of plant equipment
* Work closely with tunnelling teams, engineers, and supervisors to optimise performance
* Maintain accurate records of plant performance and material outputs
* Ensure compliance with environmental and site safety regulations
* Support safe working practices in confined and safety-critical environments
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Essential Requirements
* Proven experience as a Mud Tech / Mud Man or Separation Plant Operator
* Experience working on shaft sinking and/or tunnelling projects
* Strong understanding of slurry systems and separation plant operations
* Confined Spaces certification (Medium/High Risk) - essential
* Valid medical certificate (safety-critical) - essential
* Good problem-solving skills and ability to respond to plant issues quickly
* Ability to work shifts, including nights and weekends if required
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Desirable
* Mechanical or process plant background
* CSCS card
* First Aid certification
* Experience on large-scale civil engineering or tunnelling projects
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What We Offer
* Long-term work (up to 5 years) on a major infrastructure project
* Competitive rates with overtime opportunities
* Travel and accommodation allowances (where applicable)
* Ongoing training and career development
* A strong safety-first working culture
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How to Apply
Please submit your CV along with relevant certifications, including Confined Spaces and valid medical, outlining your experience as a Mud Tech / Mud Man or in separation plant operations on tunnelling or shaft sinking projects. Or call us directly on (phone number removed)
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