Head of Shafts

Head of Shafts – Major Infrastructure Project

Location: North Acton, London

Contract Type: Permanent

Carmichael UK is recruiting an experienced Head of Shafts 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.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Head of Shafts 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.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to take a leading role in the largest and most rewarding  infrastructure projects in the UK.
• Work with a highly skilled team in a dynamic, innovative environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.