Heavy Lifting Engineer

1 month ago


Plymouth, Plymouth, United Kingdom BES Group Full time

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 Engineers support multiple projects across the UK, initially this role will be based on our customer site in Plymouth - you must be willing to work away every week (Monday - Friday) and be flexible with regards to travel and location.

What will you be doing?

As a Lifting Engineer 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:

  • Understanding project briefs, ensuring the highest level of Health and Safety is adhered to at all times
  • Using AutoCad to plan and manage complex lifting operations
  • Working as part of your project team and ensure common operational procedures are being followed
  • Liaise with the Project Managers and ensure they are kept up to date
  • Review all projects received, identifying any issues prior to the work commencing
  • Utilise our reporting software to accurately record all required documentation
  • Always providing an exceptional level of customer service, while representing our brilliant company professionally

As part of our team, you will get:

  • A minimum standard starting salary from £55,000 depending on experience and location
  • £5,500 annual car cash allowance
  • Company Pension Scheme
  • Annual salary review
  • 25 days annual leave increasing each year up to a maximum of 5 days plus 8 bank holidays
  • Opportunity for flexible working, dependent on project
  • Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
  • Discounts and savings via our employee benefits portal
  • Health and wellbeing support via our Employee Assistance Programme
  • Company wide volunteering scheme

We want you to be you

Our focus on diversity, equality and inclusion is here to stay.

Our team is made up of some of the most skilled and talented people and that s what matters to us. At BES Group, we want our people to know that they can be their true authentic selves at work, it really is that simple.

What s more, we re a Real Living Wage employer across our complete business and we are delighted to have pledged our committed to the military community by signing the Armed Forces Covenant.

To be join our team, you will need:

  • Proven experience in the lifting industry
  • In depth experience in planning and managing complex lifting operations using CAD
  • Be conversant in both crane and rigging/fleeting operations
  • A Mechanical Engineering qualification ideally HNC or above
  • Appointed Person (Lifting Operations ) CPCS Blue Card - compulsory
  • CIBT Construction Skills HS&E
  • Ideal but not essential, NPORS Rigging and Lifting or Rigging and Fleeting
  • NEBOSH or IOSH is highly regarded
  • A flexible approach to working, you should be able and willing to work away, overtime and to cover workloads during busy periods
  • Full driving licence

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.

BES Group, where our people and our customers come before everything else.



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