
Slinger/Signaller
Skilled Worker, A ratingPosted 1 month ago
Job Description
SLINGER/SIGNALLER
- Select Plant Hire
- Multiple Locations Across the UK
- Select Plant Hire is looking for experienced Slinger/Signallers to join our teams on major infrastructure and construction projects across the UK.
- As part of our directly employed workforce, you'll play a critical role in ensuring lifting operations are carried out safely and efficiently whilst benefiting from excellent training, development and long-term career opportunities.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Company pension scheme
- Healthcare benefits
- Ongoing training and development
- Long-term career opportunities
- Opportunity to work on major UK infrastructure and construction projects
Key Duties
- Safely sling and signal loads in accordance with lifting plans and site procedures.
- Direct crane movements using approved hand signals and communication methods.
- Inspect lifting accessories prior to use and report any defects.
- Ensure loads are secured correctly before lifting operations commence.
- Maintain effective communication with Crane Operators, Crane Supervisors and site management.
- Establish and maintain safe lifting zones and exclusion areas.
- Follow lift plans, risk assessments and method statements.
- Report hazards, incidents and near misses promptly.
- Maintain high standards of health, safety and housekeeping at all times.
Essential Skills & Experience
- Proven experience working as a Slinger/Signaller on construction or infrastructure projects.
- Strong understanding of lifting operations and safe systems of work.
- Good communication and coordination skills.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Proactive approach to health and safety.
- Reliable, responsible and safety focused.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced site environment.
- Commitment to quality and continuous improvement.
Essential Qualifications
CPCS Blue Slinger/Signaller Card (A40)
Valid CSCS Health, Safety and Environment Test
Desirable Qualifications
- Crane Supervisor Qualification
- Experience working on major infrastructure projects
- Knowledge of complex lifting operations
- About Us
- Laing O'Rourke is an international engineering and construction company delivering state-of-the-art infrastructure and buildings projects across the UK, Middle East and Australia.
- With more than 150 years of experience, we continue to deliver some of the world's most challenging and innovative construction projects.
- How to Apply
- Interested candidates must register and apply through our recruitment portal: Click here to apply
- Application Steps
- Register for an account.
- Verify your email address using the automated email.
- Log in and complete your profile details.
- Apply for the vacancy.
- For further information, please contact the Trade Specialists Team: [email protected]
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