Head of Shafts

Shafts Lead – Major Infrastructure Project

Location: London

Contract Type: Permanent

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Shafts Lead to oversee the delivery of complex civil works, including shaft sinking, adit mining, tunnel connections, reinforced concrete structures (including secondary lining), and associated subterranean foundations and services.

You will lead a team of Project Managers responsible for eight individual shaft assets, managing the full construction lifecycle-from design development and preconstruction through to delivery, handover, and completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Define and implement the delivery strategy for all shaft works.
• Team Management: Lead, develop, and motivate multidisciplinary teams, ensuring resources and skills align with project needs.
• Safety & Quality: Drive a culture of safety and quality, embedding lessons learned into future works.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective collaboration.
• Problem Solving: Navigate complex environments, resolve challenges, and maintain productivity throughout the project lifecycle.

About You

• A relentless commitment to health, safety, and quality standards.
• Proven experience in major infrastructure projects, ideally involving shaft sinking and tunneling.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage multiple assets and teams.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary environments and deliver under pressure.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.