Lead Appointed Person, Lifting Operations

Integrate Engineering Resources; Walsall; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Integrate Engineering Resources seeks an experienced Appointed Person (Lifting Operations) to plan, manage and oversee lifting on a major Midlands site, ensuring compliance with LOLER and BS 7121.

You will develop lift plans, supervise Crane Supervisors, Slinger/Signallers, and Operators, and coordinate with contractors to maintain safety and efficiency.

This safety-critical role requires strong leadership and hands-on experience in large industrial environments.

Qualifications

• Experience planning and supervising lifting operations on large industrial sites.
• Strong knowledge of LOLER, PUWER and BS 7121 lifting standards.
• Proven ability to produce and implement complex lift plans.

Responsibilities

• Act as the Appointed Person in accordance with LOLER and BS 7121 standards
• Develop, review, and author detailed lift plans and lifting risk assessments
• Select appropriate lifting equipment, cranes, accessories, and lifting methods
• Oversee and coordinate lifting operations teams, including Crane Supervisors, Slinger/Signallers, and Crane Operators
• Ensure lifting operations are carried out safely, efficiently, and in line with approved lift plans
• Conduct site inspections, method statement briefings, and toolbox talks relating to lifting activities
• Liaise closely with the Principal Contractor, site management, engineers, and subcontractors
• Monitor and enforce compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards
• Investigate and report lifting-related incidents, near misses, or unsafe practices
• Adapt lift plans as site conditions or programme requirements change

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Safety leadership

On-site coordination

Education

CPCS Appointed Person (Lifting Operations)

Job description

Integrate Engineering Resources seeks an experienced Appointed Person (Lifting Operations) to plan, manage and oversee lifting on a major Midlands site, ensuring compliance with LOLER and BS 7121.

You will develop lift plans, supervise Crane Supervisors, Slinger/Signallers, and Operators, and coordinate with contractors to maintain safety and efficiency.

This safety-critical role requires strong leadership and hands-on experience in large industrial environments.