Lifting Superintendent

at  BES Group

WHO WE ARE IN A NUTSHELL.

At BES Group, we pride ourselves in being the leading end to end risk management solutions provider in the UK and Ireland. That means it’s our job to help keep our customers assets’ legally compliant, operational and, above all else, safe. And we do this with a team of the very best people, simple.
Our heavy lifting solutions division is an exciting place to be. From consulting and supporting on the planning of some of the most complex lifting operations at high profile customer sites, to overseeing the execution of the very same lifts. Our team of experts play a critical part in making sure nothing is left to chance.
Our Lifting Superintendents support multiple projects across the UK - you must be willing to work away every week (Monday - Friday) and be flexible with regards to travel and location.

TO JOIN OUR TEAM, YOU WILL NEED:

• Proven experience in the lifting industry
• CPCS Crane Supervisors Blue card (Competent)
• CPCS Slinger-Signaller Blue Card (Competent)
• ECITB Diploma Level 3 Diploma in Engineering Construction Lifting, Positioning & Installing Structures, Plant & Equipment (Rigging/Erecting)
• Significant experience of supervising lifting operations in an environment of construction sites, including marine, Heavy Lift and General Lifting Operations - both on and offshore
• Construction Industry Knowledge
• Advanced experience of working within Heavy Lift Crane Operations Plant and equipment – both onshore and offshore
• Demonstration of successful participation within international teams
• Full understanding of slinging and signaling techniques
• A flexible approach to working, you should be able and willing to work away, overtime and to cover workloads during busy periods
  Go for it! Research suggests that some people tend to only apply for roles if they meet all requirements. If you don’t meet every point above, but still feel like you could really help make a difference in this role, please apply, you might be exactly what we’re looking for.
  To apply for this role, simply click “Apply”. We ask for some basic contact information and a CV or your LinkedIn profile, it’s that easy! Please note, successful candidates will be required to complete the relevant background checks as part of the recruitment process.

As a Lifting Superintendent for BES Heavy Lifting Solutions, you will be providing our customers with independent and impartial advice during the planning and execution phases of projects.

Some of your other responsibilities will include:

• Reporting to the Area Lifting Engineers, providing support/technical input as required
• Providing oversight and on site governance of contractors and suppliers lifting operations, ensuring work is carried out in accordance with company and project standards, approved lift plans (SSOW) using certified lifting personnel, equipment and accessories
• Stopping any lifting operation from occurring if they have any concerns over the safety of the lift
• Identifying lifting issues at site level and report using the company and project safety observation reporting systems
• Reporting and recording all lifting related near misses/accidents/incidents
• Monitor and/or audit lifting operations, including the management of lifting equipment.
• Monitor all variations to lifting documentations, ensuring that they are reviewed/approved by BES Heavy Lifting Solutions Ltd prior to the task commencing
• Maintain detailed site logs and records of all lifting activity in support of the effective execution of project contract
• Always providing an exceptional level of customer service, while representing our brilliant company professionally