Lift Supervisor

Ainscough Crane Hire Limited; Maidstone; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

24 days' annual leave

Group Life Assurance

Competitive pension scheme

Ainscough Advantage

Online payslips & holiday booking

Job summary

Ainscough Crane Hire is seeking an experienced Lift Supervisor to join our Maidstone depot. You must be within commutable distance and hold a CPCS A62 Crane Supervisor Blue Card with the experience to supervise safe, well-executed lifting operations.

In this role you will direct lifting operations, interpret risk assessments and method statements, brief teams, and ensure compliance with BS7121 Parts 1 and 3. A valid driving licence and strong safety mindset are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising lifting operations and ensuring safe execution.
• Ability to interpret Risk Assessments, Method Statements and Lift Plans.
• Strong communication to brief and direct the lifting team.
• Confidence to challenge unsafe practices and maintain safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise lifting operations per 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 to maintain safe working practices.
• Stop an operation if unsafe, escalating to Appointed Person as required.
• Work in line with BS7121 Parts 1 and 3 and company safety standards.
• Communicate effectively with customers, site teams and colleagues.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes without compromising safety.

Skills

Crane/Lift Supervisor

BS7121 1/3

Risk Assessments

Clear communication

Safety-first mindset

Education

CPCS A62 Crane Supervisor Blue Card

CPCS A61 Appointed Person Blue Card

Job description

Lift Supervisor – Maidstone

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.

• 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.

• 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.
• Competitive pension scheme.
• 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.

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.