Rigging and Lifting Superintendent - Redcar

About The Role

Do you want to be at the forefront of one of the world’s most ambitious sustainability initiatives? Balfour Beatty has created iconic buildings and infrastructure over the past 115 years, redefining excellence and setting the industry benchmark with every project. As a result, alongside several consortium partners, Balfour Beatty was selected by BP to construct a first‑of‑a‑kind fully integrated gas‑fired power station with carbon capture and storage, a key driving force behind plans to make Teesside the UK’s first decarbonised industrial cluster. Balfour Beatty is seeking a dynamic Rigging & Lifting Superintendent to contribute to the Net Zero Teesside project based at our site in Redcar and Cleveland.

What you'll be doing

To manage, execute and provide assurance over Balfour Beatty and sub‑contractor lifting operations in line with Balfour Beatty lifting procedures, SSOW, legislation, and NZT project lifting standards. The lifting superintendent role is to lead safe lifting operations and provide clear information, instruction and guidance for all lifting operations on site. The Lifting Superintendent will take responsibility for lifting operations on their shift. In line with Balfour Beatty NZT Project lifting standards, LOLER and BS7121, the role is split between desk‑based and site‑based, with an anticipated split of 20% desk‑based and 80% site‑based.

• Ensure all lifting/rigging supervisors and lifting teams are briefed on the lift plans and signed onto the required documentation
• Ensure BB NZT Lifting procedure is being implemented by all lift teams and sub‑contractors at all times
• Ensure all lifting operations have a valid permit to lift
• Manage the rigging supervisors, lift supervisors and crane coordinators on the shift to ensure SSOW and legislation is followed, adhered to and implemented
• Prepare and produce variations to allow lifting operations to re‑commence where the operation has changed. These variations are to be produced in compliance with the “Balfour Beatty Project Lifting Standard”
• Manage and implement crane coordination where multiple cranes are working within close proximity of each other
• Be a champion for the Balfour Beatty Golden rules
• Ensure supervisors, coordinators, operators and riggers/slingers undertake their roles and responsibilities as laid out in their letter of appointments
• Efficient in the use of Microsoft programmes word, excel and outlook to produce and complete shift reports, allocation and labour sheets and lift plan variations
• Produce comprehensive handover information for lifting superintendent on the following shift
• Work closely with BB & client HSE advisors, superintendents, supervision and works managers to ensure project requirements are safely and effectively met
• Produce and deliver toolbox talks as required for lifting operations
• Support in H&S investigations and implementation of corrective actions (for lifting operations)
• Undertake competency assessments to ensure all lifting teams are working in compliance with their role, the SSOW, LOLER and industry best practices to ensure competent teams are in operation
• Any other lifting related tasks as required by the lifting manager and senior lifting superintendent

Who we're looking for

• Appointed Person qualified and certified (CPCS Blue card A61) with practical/theoretical knowledge of project requirements and legislation (mandatory)
• Lift Supervisor qualified and certified (CPCS Blue card A62)
• ECITB NVQ L3 Diploma in Engineering Construction Lifting or Appointed Person Moving Loads
• SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) (can be obtained once in post)
• Understanding of relevant information including LOLER, PUWER, BS7121 and WAHR (mandatory)
• Efficient in the use of Microsoft programmes word, excel and outlook (mandatory)
• Be confident and able to deliver briefings on lifting operations to the lift team
• Be confident and able to deliver coaching and mentoring to lifting team members on site
• Be able to produce written shift reports on the progress of lifting operations

The lifting superintendent is also required to have demonstrable experience in one of the two areas below:

Heavy Lift & Transport Experience

• SPMT movements
• Rigging and operational knowledge of cranes over 500t including a working knowledge of rigging heavy cranes, set up and working with a ballast tray
• Tandem lifting with crawler cranes
• Specialist lifting systems for heavy lift (stand jacking, skating etc)

Rigging Operations

• Rigging operations including fleeting/cross hauling
• Jacking and skating
• Working in complex environments to move and transfer mechanical components

Results Driven

Demonstrates a passion and excitement for his/her work. Tackles problems head‑on and works to resolve them without delay. Working to project schedules and deadlines and planning lifting operations to meet such targets.

Focus on Excellence

Willing to go the extra mile to exceed expectations. Continually searches for ways to add value and take performance to the next level.

Teamwork & Collaboration

Puts aside personal agendas to work for the benefit of colleagues, management and the client. Proactively builds knowledge through sharing knowledge, ideas and expertise with others.

Customer Focus

Supervises and leads safely in compliance with SSOW and current legislation to ensure all lifting operations are completed safely and in line with project and BB expectations.

Operational Excellence

Drives to work with all construction teams to meet BB, legislative and project requirements for safe lifting operations.

Adaptability

Learn quickly. Adapts positively to changing business and industry demands. Is energized by change.

Why work for us

Our people are our biggest asset and we focus on recruiting, training and developing the people who can apply innovation to deliver the infrastructure of the future. We nurture these talents, offer a great benefits package in addition to a competitive base salary and continually invest in developing the skills of our people at every level.

Some of Our Key Benefits

• An attractive/negotiated salary
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Pension savings schemes
• Enhanced maternity/paternity and family friendly policies
• Access to our Refer and Earn scheme
• Discretionary annual salary reviews

About Us

Balfour Beatty’s Major Projects business is delivering some of the UK’s most complex and iconic infrastructure projects. Using the latest technology, we’re driving productivity and creating a lasting legacy by delivering sustainable solutions that strengthen communities. From consultancy and design to all aspects of construction and maintenance, we have the proven expertise to deliver large‑scale projects safely and successfully.

Diversity and inclusion

At Balfour Beatty, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone can thrive. To learn how we are making this a reality, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion. We are a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence Employer Recognition Scheme and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long‑term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/

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