Heavy Lift Package Manager
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£44,900
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role may qualify for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 1243 is an eligible occupation, but we are only 51% sure that is the right code. GE Vernova is a licensed sponsor, so if the code fits, the role should qualify. Check the occupation eligibility rules against what the job actually involves.
This could also be SOC 2440 (Business and financial project management professionals) or SOC 1241 (Managers in transport and distribution). We read the code off the advert, so it is our best guess, not the employer's.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1243 Managers in logistics Most likely code | £33,400 | £44,900 | £44,900 | £44,900 |
2440 Business and financial project management professionals Also possible | £39,500 | £45,200 | £50,800 | £56,500 |
1241 Managers in transport and distribution Also possible | £33,400 | £44,900 | £44,900 | £44,900 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
The Heavy Lift Operations Manager is responsible to manage and oversee the heavy lift subcontractor’s package and assets including load in and storage operations, tower section upending & pre-assembly lifting, onshore load out activities, reverse logistics, and ensure that they are completed safely, on time, and to the expected level of quality, while respecting the project’s budget.
You will be part of the Project Management Office (PMO)—Marshalling Harbor department—in a cross-functional role with the other package leaders present at Nigg Port. You will work in close collaboration with the Logistics Manager, Tower Pre-assembly Manager, Onshore Commissioning Manager and Blade Manager to support the good performance of operations. You will demonstrate excellent organization, proactiveness and communication skills at all levels, with a strong heavy lifting technical background.
The position will be based in the Port of Nigg for the Dogger Bank project from September 2026 until project completion.
Job Description
Essential Responsibilities:
- Be the primary point of contact and administrate the Heavy Lift subcontract.
- SQDC; Ensure operations are carried out safely, at the expected level of quality, on time and within allocated budget.
- Be the GE Vernova LOLER Appointed Person for the site, including load-in operation, storage, delivery to pre-assembly and load out, for transport and lifting related operations.
- Review, comment and validate documentation such as RAMS, lift plans, reports.
- Elaborate daily progress reports and control the timely publication of the heavy lift package documentation.
- Maintain Heavy Lift subcontractor’s inventory, certifications and re-certifications, preventive and reactive maintenance, targeting high operability ratios
- Comply and participate to weekly toolbox talks and EHS inspections requirements
- Competent LOLER Appointed Person
- Wealth of Logistical Project Management experience
- Proven Experience in Heavy lifting mechanical engineering, able to read and validate lift plans
- Ability to manage a range of tasks with varying time pressures, prioritize demanding workloads and pay attention to detail
- Strong commitment to EHS rules and regulations
- Operational leadership experience
- Experienced with DNV-GL ST N001
- Working knowledge of CDM regulation
- Excellent ability to communicate at all levels
- Highly motivated, committed to the good execution of the project
- Good interpersonal skills to bridge internal and external customers
- Proven ability working transversally in an organization, engaging different functions
- Strong quality awareness and ability to identify future failures, defects, and problems
- Working knowledge of commercial contracts
- Experience in port operations with multinational team and subcontractor workforce
- Proven experience on risk management and mitigation plans
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
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Where this offer sits in the market
Managers in logistics (SOC 1243) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~31k in sample- Middle half £37,232–58,604
- Median £46,540
- Going rate £44,900
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £33,400–40,410
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Not necessarily. GE Vernova holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 1243 going rate of £44,900. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.