Mining Operator

Ready to take your heavy machinery experience underground? Join our client''s team as a Mining Operator, with specialist training, a salary that grows as you develop and a comprehensive benefits package. Mining Operator - Underground Winsford, Cheshire, CW7 2PE £48,055.17 per annum, increasing to £49,811.09 once competent Full-time, permanent Weekly rotating shifts Immediate start available Closing date: 16th October 2026 Shift Pattern You will work a weekly rotating shift pattern: Monday-Friday, 6am-2pm Monday-Thursday, 12pm-10pm Monday-Thursday, 8pm-6am The Role Our client operates the UK''s largest operational salt mine, producing rock salt that helps keep the country moving during winter. Alongside mining, they use the underground spaces created through extraction to store important documents and artefacts. They are looking for experienced heavy machinery operators to join a supportive team that values collaboration, respect and integrity. You''ll operate equipment including Joy Continuous Miners and CAT 988 loaders, working closely with the Shift Manager to meet production targets while maintaining high standards of safety and product quality. Full training on specialist mining equipment will be provided for candidates with relevant heavy plant experience. What You''ll Do Operate large machinery safely and efficiently in an underground environment Support continuous production, transport and processing activities Follow statutory and company safety requirements, ..... full job details .....