installation Operative Crane

United Infrastructure Ltd; Sefton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

United Infrastructure Ltd in the United Kingdom seeks an Installation Operative (Crane) to join the Jones Lighting team, focusing on HIAB crane operations to support street lighting projects and related works.

You will work outdoors in a fast-paced environment, with an extensive training package to complete your utility compliance portfolio and enable long-term development.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in the street lighting sector.
• Valid Lorry Loader ticket.
• Valid NRSWA Streetworks card.
• Valid CSCS Card (Construction Skills Certification Scheme).
• Full, clean UK Class 2 driving licence.

Responsibilities

• HIAB duties: direct and guide crane operations safely during column moves.
• Installation support as primary man on HIAB unit for street lights.
• Excavation and temporary reinstatement of ground surfaces.
• Maintain health, safety and environmental standards on site.
• Traffic management per NRSWA Streetworks requirements.

Skills

HIAB operation

Street lighting experience

Lorry Loader ticket

NRSWA Streetworks

CSCS Card

Class 2 driving licence

Job description

We are seeking an Installation Operative (Crane) to join our Power business division within the Jones Lighting team who offer a range of high-quality services to our clients including street lighting, ICP Works, DNO Contractor Services and LV Overhead Line works, Electrical Design, Car Charging Solutions and HV and Cable Lay works.

Operating a HIAB unit, this role is an exceptional opportunity to utilise your existing street lighting experience while stepping into a secure, fast-paced outdoor working environment. While you must bring core industry tickets with you, we are fully prepared to invest in your long-term development by funding an extensive training package to complete your utility compliance portfolio.

Key Responsibilities:

Your duties will include, but are not limited to:

• HIAB Duties: Directing and guiding HIAB crane operations safely during column movements, installations, and removals.
• Installation Support: Acting as the crucial Primary Man on a HIAB unit, assisting with the safe installation and removal of street lighting columns and foundations.
• Excavation & Reinstatement: Undertaking excavation activities and temporary reinstatement of ground surfaces.
• Site Safety & Compliance: Maintaining exemplary health, safety, and environmental standards on site, with a strong focus on safe working procedures near buried apparatus.
• Traffic Management: Implementing and maintaining effective signing, lighting, and guarding in line with NRSWA Streetworks requirements

We are looking for a reliable, hardworking individual who already possesses solid experience in street lighting and is ready to hit the ground running.

Mandatory Requirements:

To be considered for this role, you must meet the following minimum criteria:

• Proven Experience: Demonstrated professional experience specifically within the street lighting sector.
• Lorry Loader (hook): Must hold a valid Lorry loader ticket.
• Streetworks: Valid NRSWA Streetworks card.
• Safety Card: Valid CSCS Card (Construction Skills Certification Scheme).
• Availability: Must be available for an immediate start.
• Driving & Commute: A full, clean Class 2 UK Driving Licence is essential, with the ability to reliably commute to and from the Sefton depot for early morning starts.

Join us at United Infrastructure and be part of our mission to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions to the complex infrastructure needs of the UK.