Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) Operator

Responsibilities

• Operate an Earth Pressure Balance Machine (EPBM) within varying ground conditions
• Manage ground conditioning to maintain a positive Earth Pressure during operations
• Review hydraulic and pneumatic schematics to test, identify, diagnose and repair issues with mechanical systems, subsystems, and components
• Manage project documentation, drawings, tunnel alignment profiles, and different soil properties
• Maintain and produce operational reports and daily activity logs
• Promote a safety culture within team and during operations, in compliance with UAE regulations and project safety standards
• Train and mentor other team members
• Operate specialized construction equipment and vehicles, safely and productively

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• 2+ years of experience in heavy equipment operation used in excavations, loading, and unloading of materials
• Currently based in the UAE or GCC region, or eligible to work in the UAE

Preferred Skills and Experience

• 2+ years of experience operating an Earth Pressure Balance Machine, ideally in cohesionless, water-bearing soils like those beneath Dubai
• Knowledge and operational experience with programmable logic controller (PLC) systems
• Knowledge of TBM guidance systems and accompanying pre-cast segment orientations and build sequencing
• Versed knowledge of TBM conditioning methods
• Specialized in the operation of electro-mechanical and mechanical equipment as it relates to TBMs
• Ability to set up site according to plans and specifications
• Ability to use surveying equipment, interpret plans and properly complete calculations for grade and alignment
• Valid UAE heavy vehicle driving license, or ability to obtain one
• Experience on major Gulf-region infrastructure projects (metro, road, or utility tunnels) a plus

Additional Requirements

• Position may require extended hours and weekend work
• This role is on site / in person in Dubai, UAE

Culture

Benefits

• We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package for the Dubai project.
• The Boring Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with The Boring Company is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.