Lift Supervisor

Ainscough Crane Hire; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van for business use

24 days’ annual leave

Group Life Assurance

Ainscough Advantage discounts

Online payslips and HR self-service

Staff forums access

Job summary

Ainscough Crane Hire in Maidstone is seeking an experienced Lift Supervisor to join our Maidstone depot. You will supervise lifting operations to ensure safety and compliance with approved plans and industry standards, and you must hold a CPCS A62 Blue Card and a full driving licence.

You’ll work with the lifting team, interpret risk assessments and lift plans, and escalate safety concerns when needed, maintaining clear communication with customers and site teams.

Qualifications

• CPCS A62 Blue Card is essential.
• Experience as a Crane/Lift Supervisor required.
• Know‑how of BS7121 Parts 1 and 3.
• Ability to interpret RAs, MS and Lift Plans.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise lifting operations per approved Method Statements and Lift Plans.
• Interpret Risk Assessments, Method Statements and related drawings.
• Brief and guide the lifting team with clear instructions.
• Monitor operations and intervene to maintain safety; stop unsafe activities.
• Communicate with customers and site teams; identify efficiency improvements.

Skills

CPCS A62 Blue Card

CPCS A61 Appointed Person Blue Card

Crane/Lift Supervisor experience

BS7121 knowledge

Risk Assessments & Method Statements

Effective communication

Job description

You must be in a commutable distance to the Maidstone depot, and have a full driving licence

Rarely available. Highly skilled. A role where your experience really matters.

Ainscough Crane Hire is looking for an experienced Lift Supervisor to join our Maidstone depot.

If you hold a CPCS A62 Crane Supervisor (Blue Card) and have the experience and confidence to take responsibility for safe, well‑executed lifting operations, this is an opportunity worth taking notice of.

Lift Supervisor opportunities like this don't come along every day. You'll be joining the UK's leading crane company, working alongside experienced lifting professionals and playing a key role in delivering safe, efficient and successful operations for our customers.

What you'll be doing

As a Lift Supervisor, you'll be responsible for the safe and effective supervision of lifting operations, making sure work is carried out in line with the agreed plan, method statements and relevant industry standards.

You’ll:

• Direct and supervise lifting operations in accordance with approved Method Statements and Lift Plans.
• Interpret Risk Assessments, Method Statements and associated drawings.
• Brief and provide clear instructions to the lifting team.
• Monitor lifting operations and intervene where necessary to maintain safe working practices.
• Stop an operation where you believe it is unsafe, escalating to the Appointed Person where required.
• Work in accordance with BS7121 Parts 1 and 3 and Ainscough's own safety standards.
• Communicate effectively with customers, site teams and colleagues.
• Identify opportunities to improve the way we work, without ever compromising safety.

What you’ll bring

We're looking for someone who knows lifting operations, understands the responsibility that comes with supervising them and isn't afraid to make the right call when it matters.

You’ll need:

• A valid CPCS A62 Crane Supervisor Blue Card.
• A valid CPCS A61 Appointed Person Blue Card (desirable, but necessary for Grade 1 Supervisor level)
• Previous experience as a Crane/Lift Supervisor.
• Experience working in an Appointed Person environment.
• A strong understanding of lifting operations and BS7121 Parts 1 and 3.
• The ability to understand and work from Risk Assessments, Method Statements and Lift Plans.
• Excellent communication skills and the confidence to give clear direction.
• The confidence to challenge unsafe practices, regardless of who is involved.
• A professional, safety‑first approach to your work.

Why Ainscough?

At Ainscough, we’re proud of the people and expertise behind every lift. You’ll be joining a business where safety comes first, experience is valued and our teams work together to get the job done properly.

In return, we offer:

• Company van for business use.
• 24 days’ annual leave, increasing with length of service.
• Group Life Assurance.
• Ainscough Advantage - access to a range of employee discounts and benefits.
• Online access to payslips, holiday booking and personal information.
• Opportunities to have your say through our staff forums.

Ready to take the next step?

If you’re an experienced Lift Supervisor looking for your next opportunity, we’d like to hear from you.

Bring your experience. Bring your judgement. Make the Safe Choice.

Ainscough Crane Hire is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We value diversity and are committed to a fair and inclusive recruitment process. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and consider candidates based on merit and business need. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.