Lead Appointed Person - Lifting Operations

Integrate Engineering Resources; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation provided

Job summary

Integrate Engineering Resources in Birmingham is seeking an Appointed Person (Lifting Operations) to safely plan, execute and supervise all lifting activities on a major infrastructure project. The role requires compliance with LOLER, BS 7121 and PUWER, plus CPCS/NPORS certification and strong leadership.

You will produce detailed lifting plans, coordinate with site teams, and ensure equipment and personnel meet regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Proven Appointed Person on major infrastructure or construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of lifting operations, crane types, and associated equipment.
• Experience on complex, large-scale projects (rail, highways, energy, or civil).
• Excellent planning, organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and engineering specifications.
• Strong leadership and decision-making capability under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee all lifting operations in line with LOLER and BS 7121.
• Produce lifting plans, method statements and risk assessments for complex lifts.
• Ensure lifting equipment is specified, certified and fit for purpose.
• Coordinate with site management, engineers and subcontractors.
• Appoint and manage Crane Supervisors, Slinger/Signallers and lifting teams.
• Ensure personnel are competent and certified (CPCS/NPORS).
• Conduct site inspections and audits for safety Compliance.
• Monitor lifting operations to minimise risk and incidents.
• Review and approve subcontractor lifting plans when required.
• Maintain records of lifting operations, equipment inspections and certifications.
• Provide technical advice on lifting operations to project teams.
• Investigate incidents or near misses and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Appointed Person

Lifting operations

Planning & organisation

Leadership under pressure

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

CPCS A61 Appointed Person

SMSTS

Knowledge of LOLER/PUWER/BS 7121

Construction/engineering qualification

Job description

Integrate Engineering Resources in Birmingham is seeking an Appointed Person (Lifting Operations) to safely plan, execute and supervise all lifting activities on a major infrastructure project. The role requires compliance with LOLER, BS 7121 and PUWER, plus CPCS/NPORS certification and strong leadership.

You will produce detailed lifting plans, coordinate with site teams, and ensure equipment and personnel meet regulatory standards.