CAITHNESS CHEMICALS LIMITED
Lifting Engineer / Appointed Person
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Lifting Engineer / Appointed Person
Hugh Simpson (Contractors) Ltd. is the largest crane hire and heavy lifting services company based in Caithness. A post has arisen for a LIFTING ENGINEER/ APPOINTED PERSON to join our team on a full time basis.
Key Responsibilities Include
- Develop detailed lifting and rigging plans in accordance with LOLER and BS 7121 regulations using CAD.
- Evaluate and select appropriate cranes and equipment for the job requirements.
- Develop risk assessment and method statement documentation for lifting operations.
- Coordinate and supervise crane and lifting activities.
- Liaise with customer, lifting operations team to ensure safe execution of lifting tasks.
- Ensure all lifting operations adhere to industry best practices and company policies.
- Conduct pre-lift meetings and toolbox talks to communicate lifting plans and safety procedures.
- Maintain accurate documentation of lifting operations, including permits and records.
- Provide technical guidance on lifting methodologies and equipment selection.
- Ensure compliance with CDM regulations and assist in audits and inspections.
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Requirements
- Proven experience in lifting operations and ability to interpret drawings and crane load charts.
- Advanced skills in AutoCAD.
- Strong knowledge of LOLER, PUWER and BS 7121.
- Excellent leadership, coordination, and communication skills.
- Ability to work in high-pressure environments and make critical safety decisions.
- Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites.
Desirable Qualifications
- Appointed Person (Lifting Operations), or the desire to achieve the qualification.
- Lift supervisor and Slinger Signaller certification.
- Experience working with mobile cranes, plant, rigging equipment.
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Please note- the applicant may need to work also on sites out with the county on occasions- ability to travel and work flexible hours including additional hours/ shifts, some weekends is essential for this post. Where travelling to site is required, a company vehicle will be provided.
We Offer
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Overtime and guaranteed basic hours
- Company transport and accommodation when working away from home
- 29 days holiday of which 20 days will be average pay
If you are interested in this role we would be delighted if you could send your CV to personnel@hughsimpson.co.uk.
Our Ref: CBIJV-286
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