About The Role
Be part of this ‘once in a generation’ project that will deliver clean energy to 6 million homes for the next 60 years. Sizewell C will see the creation of a 3.2 Gigawatt nuclear power station on the Suffolk coast to provide reliable load low-carbon electricity.
The Civil Works Alliance is an extended delivery enterprise involving Sizewell C and three international construction companies: Balfour Beatty, Bouygues Travaux Publics and Laing O’Rourke.
We are more than just an alliance, we are bringing together a single delivery organisation with years of learning and experience from other major complex infrastructure programmes worldwide.
What you'll be doing
The purpose of the role is: The Appointed Person for Lifting Operations is responsible for ensuring that all lifting operations on the Sizewell C project are properly coordinated and planned.
Lift Plans will be developed for all lifting operations on the project (e.g. static and mobile cranes, telehandlers, excavators and winches) both on surface and underground by the Package Managers of each work area. Each plan must be reviewed and approved by the Appointed Person for Lifting.
The Appointed Person is to liaise with respective construction and engineering personnel on the project.
- To take overall responsibility and ownership for coordinating all lifting operations and ensuring that lift plans are developed, approved and implemented on site.
- Assess the lifting operations and establish a safe system of work by writing and briefing Lifting Plans, Method Statements, Risk Assessments, using drawings and information provided by others.
- Identify different types of cranes including Tower Cranes, explain their capabilities and limitations for given lifting operations from manufacturers specification manuals.
- Provide planning and select the adequate lifting accessories and equipment, instruction and supervision for the task to be undertaken safely.
- Establish an effective procedure for reporting defects and incidents and taking necessary corrective action.
- Be familiar with the relevant parts of the Health and Safety plan where the lifting operation is being carried out and CDM regulations apply.
- Produce sketches and drawings of lifting configurations using manual or AutoCAD techniques.
- Arrange for the calculation of weights and centres of gravity for different types of loads, sling sizes and angles.
- Arrange for the calculation of lifting equipment point loadings and spreader beam or mat types and sizes.
- Work closely with the Construction Manager and his team to assist in the planning, equipment procurement and execution of all key lifting operations underground and on surface Identify potential proximity hazards, by observation and from information provided
- Identify and plan areas, with exclusion zones, for different lifting operations incorporating safe access and egress routes for before, during and after the lifts.
- Evaluate and explain how environmental factors and the area surrounding the lift zone may affect the planned lifting operation.
- Implement appropriate communication methods for lifting purposes
- Complete a reflective report following a typical lifting operation detailing positive and negative aspects of the lifts.
- Organise maintenance, inspection, thorough examination and testing of all lifting equipment
and accessories used in all work areas of the project.
- Updating examination reports, certificates, and markings of lifting equipment
- Ensure there is an effective procedure for reporting defects and incidents and taking the necessary actions when required.
- Ensure that the Crane Supervisor(s) are fully briefed on all aspects of the lifting operations (Duties but not responsibilities may be delegated to another person where considered appropriate).
- Ensure that Crane Supervisors brief Crane Operators, Slinger, and Signallers as appropriate Manage and carry out regular Lifting Forums with key underground and surface based
Who we're looking for
Essential
Knowledge & Skills
- CPCS Certified Crane Appointed Person – Lifting Operations
- The role will require the post holder to have a good working communication skill in English,
both written and verbal and to be able to report at management level.
- Working knowledge of requirements of legislation, regulations and Codes of Practice that relate to all types of lifting duties including basic, standard, and complex, typically BS 7121: Code of Practice for Safe Use of Cranes
Desirable
- CSCS professionally qualified person
- Knowledge of civils construction practices, lifting plant and equipment
- A good working knowledge of the:
- Health & Safety at Work Act 1974,
- Construction Health, Safety and Welfare Regulations 1996
- Construction Design and Management Regulations 2007
- Management of health & Safety at Work Regulations 1999 and
- Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 (LOLER)
- other relevant legislation
- Knowledge of maintenance, inspection, thorough examination and testing requirements for lifting equipment and accessories.
- Understanding of relevant information relating to different types of lifting accessories, i.e. markings, certificates, and thorough examination reports, etc.
- Able to work both autonomously and as part of different teams
- Ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing, good interpersonal skills
Why work for us
Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.
Why join us?
Benefits
As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn’t rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You’ll have the freedom to shape the package that’s right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:
- Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow. 42 hours per week.
- 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
- Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
- Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more…
About Us
Balfour Beatty’s Major Projects business is delivering some of the UK’s most complex and iconic infrastructure projects including HS2, the new high-speed railway and the first nuclear power station in a generation, Hinkley Point C. 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 is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion
To help and support us with our desired commitment to create an inclusive culture we are members of WISE, enei, Business Disability Forum and the Association for Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers (AFBE). In 2020, we signed the Audeliss and Involve Open Letter to demonstrate our commitment to taking key long term and sustainable actions on Black Inclusion. Balfour Beatty is also 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/
We are looking to continually improve our resourcing process and ensure that it is fair and inclusive for all. If you have any feedback on the process, please share this with us at:
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