Hugh Simpson (Contractors) Ltd. is the largest crane hire and heavy lifting services company based in Caithness. A post has arisen for a LIFTING ENGINEER/ APPOINTED PERSON to join our team on a full time basis.

Key responsibilities include

• Develop detailed lifting and rigging plans in accordance with LOLER and BS 7121 regulations using CAD.
• Evaluate and select appropriate cranes and equipment for the job requirements.
• Develop risk assessment and method statement documentation for lifting operations.
• Coordinate and supervise crane and lifting activities.
• Liaise with customer, lifting operations team to ensure safe execution of lifting tasks.
• Ensure all lifting operations adhere to industry best practices and company policies.
• Conduct pre-lift meetings and toolbox talks to communicate lifting plans and safety procedures.
• Maintain accurate documentation of lifting operations, including permits and records.
• Provide technical guidance on lifting methodologies and equipment selection.
• Ensure compliance with CDM regulations and assist in audits and inspections.

Requirements

• Proven experience in lifting operations and ability to interpret drawings and crane load charts.
• Advanced skills in AutoCAD.
• Strong knowledge of LOLER, PUWER and BS 7121.
• Excellent leadership, coordination, and communication skills.
• Ability to work in high-pressure environments and make critical safety decisions.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites.

Desirable Qualifications

Appointed Person (Lifting Operations), or the desire to achieve the qualification.
Lift supervisor and Slinger Signaller certification.
Experience working with mobile cranes, plant, rigging equipment.

Please note- the applicant may need to work also on sites out with the county on occasions- ability to travel and work flexible hours including additional hours/ shifts, some weekends is essential for this post. Where travelling to site is required, a company vehicle will be provided.

We offer

Competitive pay based on experience
Overtime and guaranteed basic hours
Company transport and accommodation when working away from home
29 days holiday of which 20 days will be average pay

If you are interested in this role we would be delighted if you could send your CV to personnel@hughsimpson.co.uk.