CPCS Crane/Lift Supervisor (Sizewell C)

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Opportunity for a CPCS Crane/Lift Supervisor (Sizewell C) working with Ballycommon on the Sizewell C Project,

Main Duties:

• Plan and Supervise Lifting Operations: Ensure all lifting activities are carried out safely and in accordance with the lift plan, method statements, and risk assessments.
• Implement Lift Plans: Liaise with the Appointed Person to understand the lift plan and communicate its contents clearly to all lifting team members.
• Oversee Lifting Team: Supervise crane operators, slinger/signallers, and other lifting operatives to ensure tasks are executed correctly, safely, and efficiently.
• Pre-Lift Briefings: Deliver toolbox talks and safety briefings before lifting operations commence, ensuring the team understands their responsibilities and the task sequence.
• Coordinate Lifting Activities: Ensure all lifting operations are properly coordinated with other site activities and that any changes are communicated promptly to all relevant parties.
• Check Equipment and Documentation: Verify that all lifting equipment and accessories are certified, inspected, and fit for use before each lift.
• Maintain Clear Communication: Act as the main point of contact between the lifting team, site management, and subcontractors during lifting operations.
• Enforce Safety Standards: Ensure compliance with site safety procedures, lifting regulations (e.g. LOLER, PUWER), and that correct PPE is worn at all times.
• Monitor Weather and Ground Conditions: Assess site conditions including wind speed, ground stability, and visibility before and during lifts, halting work if unsafe.
• Complete Records and Reports: Maintain accurate records of lifts, inspections, incidents, and near-misses. Report any unsafe practices or incidents to site management.
• Support Site Logistics: Assist with crane positioning, exclusion zones, and coordination of material deliveries as required.

Qualifications & Certifications:

• CPCS A62 - Crane/Lifting Operations Supervisor
• Must be in date and valid
• Demonstrates competence in supervising safe lifting operations in line with industry regulations
• CSCS Card
• Gold Supervisory Card preferred (usually issued with CPCS A62)
• Required for access to most construction sites
• CITB Health, Safety & Environment (HS&E) Test - Supervisory Level
• Must have been passed within the last 2 years to validate CPCS card
• Appointed Person (A61) (desirable)
• Not essential for Supervisor role, but beneficial for understanding full lift planning processes
• Right to Work in the UK
• Valid UK passport or birth certificate
• Or share code for non-UK nationals: https://www.gov.uk/prove-right-to-work
• First Aid at Work (preferred)
• Especially for supervisory roles on high-risk sites

Additional Certifications (role/site dependent):

• Slinger/Signaller (CPCS A40) - beneficial if assisting during operations
• Manual Handling
• LOLER / PUWER Awareness
• Temporary Works Supervisor / Awareness
• Fire Marshal / Confined Space Awareness (if applicable to site)
• Proven experience supervising lifting operations on construction, civil engineering, infrastructure, or high-risk projects, ensuring all lifts are planned, coordinated, and executed safely.
• Strong understanding of lift plans, method statements, and risk assessments, with the ability to brief teams and enforce correct procedures on site.
• Experience working closely with Appointed Persons, crane operators, slinger/signallers, and site management to deliver complex lifting operations in accordance with LOLER and PUWER regulations.
• Familiar with supervising a variety of lifts including mobile, tower, crawler, and compact cranes, as well as lifts involving precast units, steel, formwork, M&E plant, and structural elements.
• Competent in conducting pre-lift briefings, managing exclusion zones, and monitoring site conditions such as wind speeds, load weights, and ground stability.
• Skilled in ensuring all lifting equipment and accessories are certified, visually checked, and correctly applied before use.
• Experienced in live and congested working environments, coordinating with multiple trades and adjusting lift sequencing where needed to maintain progress and safety.
• Proficient in record keeping, including lift logs, inspections, near miss reports, and incident escalation procedures.
• Background in working on major projects, such as nuclear, highways, energy, utilities, rail, or MOD contracts, where safety and compliance are critical.
• Ability to lead by example, mentor operatives, and uphold the highest standards of safety, quality, and professionalism on site.

For this role you must have evidence of right to work in the UK. As a project, we do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.