Summary
Larsen & Toubro is seeking a Shift Engineer (Underground) for TBM tunnelling operations in Dubai. The role coordinates shift activities, monitors TBM performance and ground conditions, and oversees segment erection, grouting, logistics, and quality control. The engineer tracks progress, resolves operational issues, coordinates with project teams, and maintains shift records and handovers while ensuring compliance with safety and project procedures. A Bachelor of Technology (BTech) is required.
The posting
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- Coordinate and oversee all TBM tunnelling activities during the assigned shift to ensure safe and uninterrupted operations.
- Monitor TBM operational parameters including advance rate, thrust, torque, cutterhead performance, face pressure, penetration rate, and machine alignment.
- Track and assess ground conditions, settlement monitoring data, and geotechnical performance to ensure tunnelling activities remain within design parameters.
- Supervise segment erection, ring construction, annular grouting, and associated quality control activities to ensure compliance with project specifications.
- Coordinate spoil removal, material supply, segment delivery, grout logistics, and backup system operations to maintain continuous production.
- Monitor shift progress against planned targets and implement corrective actions to address delays, operational constraints, or performance issues.
- Liaise with TBM Operations, Engineering, Survey, Geotechnical, QA/QC, Maintenance, and HSE teams to ensure effective coordination of activities.
- Identify and promptly report operational risks, equipment issues, abnormal ground behaviour, and safety concerns.
- Ensure compliance with approved method statements, risk assessments, permit requirements, and project procedures.
- Support troubleshooting and resolution of operational issues to minimize downtime and maintain production efficiency.
- Prepare and maintain accurate shift records including tunnelling progress, ring construction, machine performance, delays, incidents, and resource utilization.
- Conduct comprehensive shift handovers, communicating operational status, ongoing issues, priorities, and key risks to incoming personnel.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Technology (BTech)