Lift Supervisor – Safe Lifting Specialist (CPCS A62)

Ainscough Crane Hire Limited; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

24 days' annual leave

Group Life Assurance

Competitive pension scheme

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Payslips online

Staff forums

Job summary

Ainscough Crane Hire Limited in Preston is seeking an experienced Lift Supervisor to oversee lifting operations at the depot. You will ensure work is carried out to approved Lift Plans, method statements and industry standards, with a strong focus on safety and compliance.

With CPCS A62 and preferred A61 Appointed Person, you will lead a team, interpret risk assessments, and communicate clearly with customers and site teams to deliver safe, efficient lifting operations.

Qualifications

• CPCS A62 Crane Supervisor Blue Card required.
• CPCS A61 Appointed Person Blue Card desirable/required for Grade 1.
• Experience as Crane/Lift Supervisor.
• Experience in Appointed Person environment.
• Strong understanding of BS7121 Parts 1 & 3.
• Ability to understand and work from Risk Assessments, Method Statements and Lift Plans.
• Excellent communication and ability to lead safely.
• Willingness to challenge unsafe practices.
• Safety-first professional approach.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

CPCS A62 Crane Supervisor

CPCS A61 Appointed Person

Crane/Lift Supervisor experience

BS7121 knowledge

Risk Assessments/Method Statements/Law

Communication skills

Safety-first mindset

Job description

Ainscough Crane Hire Limited in Preston is seeking an experienced Lift Supervisor to oversee lifting operations at the depot. You will ensure work is carried out to approved Lift Plans, method statements and industry standards, with a strong focus on safety and compliance.

With CPCS A62 and preferred A61 Appointed Person, you will lead a team, interpret risk assessments, and communicate clearly with customers and site teams to deliver safe, efficient lifting operations.