Tunnel Boring Machine

Background of the role:

We are hiring for one of the most strategic and technically challenging infrastructure development projects in Europe.

This is an exciting opportunity for a
TBM Geologist
to work with a
leading Italian construction company
, globally recognized for excellence in tunneling and large-scale infrastructure.

We're looking for talented professionals—ideally
Italian or Italian-speaking
—to join the TBM team and play a key role in this high-profile project.

Responsibilities of the role:

• Detailed site investigation understanding the geological factors that may impact tunnel construction and developing an appropriate tunnel design and construction plan.
• Collecting data on the geologic and geotechnical characteristics of the site, such as rock type, strength, and stability, groundwater conditions, and the presence of any faults or other geologic features that could impact the design and construction of the tunnel.
• Extensive field investigation and providing good quality descriptions such as faults, joints, bedding planes, and folds can significantly affect tunnel design, excavation method, and support requirements.
• Predict the behavior of a tunnel more accurately.
• Provide detailed Method Statement of excavation, and remediation of possible unforeseen ground conditions ahead the face and the assessment of the risk of the possible altered ground conditions.
• Before tunnelling ensure that all systems are operational including all temporary and permanent ground support systems.
• Tunnel face mapping by entering TBM cutter head chamber.
• Soil investigation test and rock quality testing.
• Rock Mass Classification Conducting Dynamic Probing Test and grouting works on surface and maintain reports.
• Preparing daily tunnel progress reports. Prediction of tunnel induced settlements.

Experience and qualifications:

• Degree/Diploma in Engineering/geology
• Minimum 3 years of experience with TBM excavation projects
• Native of proficient level of Italian language and professional working proficiency of the English language

What we would like to offer you:

• An indefinite employment contract, that is not tied to just one project
• Competitive salary and benefits package, that rewards your experience
• Relocation package
• Italian contract, for candidates relocation from Italy
• Unique career development opportunities, working on international projects of great impact

Become a part of European infrastructure history
We would love to hear from you.