Appointed Person (Lifting Operations) - #1659091

Kier Group


Date: 8 hours ago
City: Birmingham
Contract type: Full time
Work schedule: Full day
Kier Group

We're looking for an Appointed Person (Lifting Operations) to join the KierBam JV team based in Bridgwater, Somerset.

Please read the following job description thoroughly to ensure you are the right fit for this role before applying.

Location: Somerset, Bridgwater


Contract: Permanent, 45 hours per Week -  Shift Pattern:  7/3/7/4 Shift Pattern, (16:30 - 03:00) / (07:30 - 18:00)


What will you be responsible for?


As an Appointed Person you'll be working within the KierBam JV team, managing and planning of lifting operations for the joint venture on Hinkley Point C construction site.


Your day to day will include:





  • Fulfil the role of Appointed Person (Lifting Operations) as defined in BS7121


  • Ensure that each lifting operation, or series of similiar operations is assessed to provide such planning, selection of lifting applications and accessories, instruction, and supervision as is necessary for the task to be undertaken safely.


  • Ensure that all cranes, lifting appliances and accessories have been tested, thoroughly examined, and inspected in accordance with staturory requirements and that the relevant reports, certificate and register are up to date and available to site.


  • Ensure there is an effective procedure for reporting defects and incidents, taking corrective actions as necessary.


  • Make sure lift operations do not conflict with the safety of any other actions on site.



What are we looking for as an Appointed Person?


This role of Appointed Person is great for you if:





  • CPCS Appointed person (lifting operations)


  • Must be able to demonstrate leadership and management capabilities.


  • Specific Working Knowledge of the construction techniques


  • Ability to keep clear and accurate records and reports


  • Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) card and SMSTS



We're all about finding potential here at Kier, and transferrable skills are always welcome! So, even if you don't tick every box, please apply and we can have a chat.


Rewards and benefits
We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here.


Diversity and inclusion
Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here.


We look forward to seeing your application to join the #constructionrevolution #joinkier


Due to the nature of this role , you will be required to complete a Government Security Check (BPSS), which takes place before your employment, and is conducted by the Cabinet Office's United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) agency who set out a pre-requisite criteria including residency history. (Applicants with criminal convictions will be treated on a case-by-case basis. We do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any offences disclosed to us - To read more about our programme to support people with convictions into employment, visit www.kier.co.uk/careers/making-ground). This role will also be subject to further pre-employment checks.


We look forward to seeing your application to #joinkier

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