Skill

operate tunnelling machine

Operate a tunnelling machine, a machine with a large rotating steel drum equipped with tungsten carbide teeth that cut material in order to drive underground tunnels or development roadways. Operate the cutting drum and the continuous motion of the machine either remotely or seated on top.

Alternative Names

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operate tunnelling machine is a useful but optional skill for 2 occupation(s).

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Quick Facts

TypeSkill
ClassificationESCO
DigitalNo
GreenNo
Optional for2 occupations
Total occupations2
Alt names9

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