Crane Operator (ASAP)

Joseph Gallagher Limited; Southampton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Joseph Gallagher Limited is recruiting a Crane Operator to join our civil engineering and tunnelling team. Based on-site, you will operate crane controls, follow lifting plans, and contribute to safe, efficient lifting on major infrastructure projects.

You will conduct regular crane inspections, coordinate with the AP/Lifting Supervisor, and ensure compliance with health and safety procedures. References will be required as part of the application.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience operating cranes.
• Experience on major tunnelling projects.
• Knowledge of civil construction practices, lifting plant and equipment.
• Knowledge of maintenance, inspection, thorough examination and testing requirements for lifting equipment and accessories.

Responsibilities

• Operate crane controls safely and efficiently.
• Carry out lifting operations following lifting plans.
• Follow lifting plans set out by the AP/Lifting Supervisor.
• Carry out regular crane inspections and perform maintenance as required.

Skills

Crane operation

Lifting operations

Safety compliance

Maintenance checks

Job description

The Joseph Gallagher Group has been family owned since 1982. Today, we are one of the UK's leading civil engineering and tunnelling contractors, offering a wide range of construction and specialist services.

Joseph Gallagher have an award winning reputation and has had the privilege to be part of some of the most complex infrastructure projects taking place today.

The Role

We are currently recruiting for a Crane Operator to join our team.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Manipulate and depress of crane controls

• Responsible for carrying out lifting operations in a safe manner, ensuring health and safety procedures are followed

• Follow lifting plans set out by the AP/Lifting Supervisor

• Carrying out regular inspections of the crane and carrying out any maintenance of equipment

Experience

• Extensive experience operating Cranes

• Experience working on major tunnelling projects

• Knowledge of civil construction practices, lifting plant and equipment

• Knowledge of maintenance, inspection, thorough examination and testing requirements for lifting equipment and accessories

Please note for this position you will be required to provide references.