Lifting Engineer

Role: Lifting Engineer
Location: Hinkley Point C, Bridgwater
Permanent

Altrad are the critical human infrastructure that enhances the lives of millions, by the value-added solutions it provides in support of the nation’s vital assets. Altrad aspires to be the most trusted and valued support services company – learning from the ingenuity of its 10, people in the UK & Ireland, to deliver extraordinary outcomes for its clients.

With over 10, people working for Altrad across the UK and Ireland, no two days are ever the same. We serve a wide range of industry sectors; we strive to be the best we can be – everyday. At Altrad you will be rewarded with the opportunity to build a progressive career, in a company who values your ingenuity, creativity and ambition. Are you ready to accept our challenge?

Accountabilities
Planning team to ensure lifting activities (and associated prep work) are prioritised
Creation of the Processes and Procedures to effectively control MEHA lifting activities
Develop of lift plans in accordance with NNB Management of Lifting Operations Standard
Ensure that the lifting equipment is thorough examined (including lifting accessories)
Selection of appropriate lifting accessories, including their method of attachment to the load, and any protection used to prevent damage
Briefing all lifting/rigging supervision in the lifting operation to ensure that the safe system of work described in the lift plan is understood.
Handover of the lift plans to the Lift/Rigging Supervisor
Plan resource to ensure there is a Lift/rigging Supervisor designated to direct personnel and to ensure that the operation is carried out in accordance with the lift plan
Investigate all hazards within the operating area
Liaise with any other persons or authority, as required to overcome any hazard, by including any necessary corrective action or special measures in the safe system of work

Key Deliverables
Lifting procedures
Lifting coordination plans
Lifting introduction studies
Lift Plans
Ensure lifting activities under the MEH scope comply with legislation, standards, COP.s and NNB lifting standard
Promote and maintain health and safety, including site inspections to ensure safety rules are being implemented in support of a positive Nuclear Safety Culture.
Support the Lifting Lead to ensure compliance with all nuclear safety and site licence requirements
Support the Lifting Lead to ensure weekly & monthly reports are compiled and produced in a timely manner for upward review
Support the Lifting Lead to ensure resource to meet organisational requirements are available in line with the delivery schedule.
Support the Lifting Lead to ensure the project is delivered on time, budget & quality, and reported as per the HPC requirements.

Additional Qualifications/ Experience

Qualifications
CPCS A61 Appointed Person (Blue Card)
ECITB Appointed Person Moving Loads and TAP01(Preferred)
NVQ Level 3 Steel Erecting/Moving Loads
Ability to achieve BPSS clearance to work in the UK
IOSH Managing Safely (preferred)
CCNSG or HSE MaPs Safety Passport

Experience
Lift planning using Mobile/Crawler/Tower cranes
Lift planning of rigging operations
AutoCAD proficient
Proven track record in nuclear power preferred
Experience working on major construction projects
Experienced in delivering and working within Joint Ventures
Additional Qualifications/ Experience
Positive, can-do mentality
Proven track record of success.
Strong leader with collaborative nature
Ability to reach sensible compromise position
Strong focus on team performance, training, mentoring and integration with client and Alliance teams.

What is in it for you:
In return for your hard work and commitment we offer a competitive salary, 25 days’ holiday, and the opportunity to part of our exciting journey.
Quite simply, a journey with Altrad begins with a desire to create a better tomorrow…