HIAB Crane Operative

EQUANS; Chester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in energy services seeks a HIAB Crane Operative for various locations in Cheshire. The role involves the installation, maintenance, and repair of street lighting, ensuring public safety and energy efficiency. Ideal candidates should possess a full UK driving license and specialized crane operation experience.

Benefits

Generous leave including two days of voluntary leave

Pension scheme

Company share scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Full, clean UK driving license; category C2 license essential.
• Experience with lorry loader remote controllers and manual crane swivel hooks.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair street lighting and related infrastructure.
• Respond to emergency structural issues affecting street lighting.
• Complete necessary documentation for maintenance activities.

Skills

Problem-solving

Independent working

Job description

Equans is a renowned energies & services contractor and a proud member of the Bouygues global industrial group. Our expertise spans the design, construction, and maintenance of buildings and critical infrastructure worldwide.

We have a great opportunity for a HIAB Crane Operative across various locations in Cheshire and occasionally across other parts of the North West. The ideal candidate will ensure that street lighting operates efficiently and safely, contributing to public safety and energy efficiency.

Key activities

• Install, maintain, and repair street lighting, including columns, posts, and cable installation and removal.
• Respond to emergency structural issues, making safe and removing lighting columns, signs, and posts.
• Maintain accurate records of all maintenance and repair activities, including materials used.
• Traffic management operations, including basic Chapter 8 signing and coning.
• Participate in emergency call-out rota, including night work.
• Complete necessary documentation on electronic devices or paperwork, such as job sheets.
• If applicable, install traffic management (Chapter 8), including signage and guarding.
• Drive and operate vehicles and plant requiring both general and specialist skills.
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and safety regulations, ensuring full compliance with relevant legislation.
• Protect the safety of the workforce, the public, and vehicles by ensuring all works are properly secured and managed.
• Fulfill health & safety responsibilities according to the company's policies and management plans.
• Carry out other duties as required, appropriate to the level of responsibility and expertise.

Skills, Qualifications & Experience

• Full, clean UK driving license; holding a category C2 license is essential.
• Lorry loader remote controller and manual crane swivel hook experience.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.

What can we offer you?

• Generous leave including two days of voluntary leave.
• Pension scheme.
• Company share scheme.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Employee assistance programme (including private GP appointments, legal support, and counseling).

Who are we?

Equans is a world leader in energy services with nearly 50,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.

In the UK & Ireland, Equans provides technical, FM, regeneration, and energy services with specialties in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy, and decentralised renewables.

Our 13,000 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organizations, and government embrace the energy transition towards net zero, along with digital and industrial transitions reshaping how we move, work, and live.

Equans is part of the Bouygues group.

What's next?

If interested, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress. Our Resourcing Team will review your application and contact you.

We encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals, and people with disabilities, supporting our positive action initiatives. We also consider applications that do not meet all technical requirements if candidates demonstrate transferable skills suitable for a flexible working environment.

At Equans, we are committed to a culture where everyone's voice is heard and valued. We foster diversity and inclusion, offering a welcoming, supportive workplace and employee networks including AccessAbility, Encompass, RISE, Veterans & Reservists, WOMEN TOGETHER, Working Parents, and Young Professionals.

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Created on 22/06/2025 by TN United Kingdom