Sales Assistant (Part Time - 20 Hours Per Week)

Sally Europe; Sutton Coldfield; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading crane company in the UK is seeking a Mobile Crane Operator to provide a high-quality lifting service while ensuring the safety of employees and the public. The ideal candidate will have a Full Driver's Licence, HGV Class C Licence, and an in-date Blue CPCS card with Mobile Crane Operator authorisation. Responsibilities include adhering to safety regulations, operating cranes safely, and maintaining a strong customer service presence. This role offers competitive benefits and a commitment to safety.

Benefits

24 days annual leave plus additional days for service

Group life assurance 2 x basic salary

Pension 4% employer, 5% employee

Online access to payslips and holiday bookings

Access to Ainscough Advantage benefits platform

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating mobile cranes.
• Knowledge of the effects of wind and other climatic conditions on the crane and load.
• Strong knowledge of road traffic regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide a high-quality lifting service with a focus on safety.
• Adhere to road traffic regulations and manufacturer's instructions.
• Perform correct use of manual handling and be aware of safety procedures.

Skills

Safety practices

Customer service

Education

Full Driver's Licence

HGV Class C Licence

In-date Blue CPCS card with Mobile Crane Operator authorisation

Job description

Mobile Crane Operator (Aberdeen)

Ainscough Crane Hire in Aberdeen are looking for a CPCS Blue Card Mobile Crane Operator to join their team.

Benefits

• 24 days annual leave plus an additional day at 2 years service and 5 years service and every 5 years after
• Group life assurance 2 x basic salary
• Pension 4% employer, 5% employees
• Online access to payslips, book and view holidays and personal info
• Access to the Ainscough Advantage (People Value) benefits platform

Ainscough Crane Hire are the UK's leading crane company. Based across 30 locations, our dedicated team of experts are passionate about delivering projects on time, to budget and, most importantly, to the highest possible standard of safety. Our industry‑recognised Make the Safe Choice ethos is at our core and underpins every single thing we do, from contract lifts and crane hire to specialist projects for customers.

Our reputation as a market leader is not just a result of our expansive fleet and comprehensive network of locations across the UK, but is also derived from the workplace culture that allows our team to perform their duties with passion and pride.

Job Purpose/Objectives

To provide a high‑quality lifting service to our customers ensuring priority is given to the safety of employees, customers and the public.

Key Accountabilities / Responsibilities

• Work to manufacturer's instructions at all times.
• Adhere to road traffic regulations.
• Ensure PPE is worn at all appropriate times.
• Conversant with the correct use of outriggers and be aware they should be used on level ground.
• Set and check the functioning of the rated capacity limiter and rated capacity indicator.
• Perform the correct use of manual handling (e.g., outriggers pans).
• Liaise with Site Manager / Project Manager upon arrival on site.
• Be able to resist pressures from other persons to carry out unsafe operations.
• Able to assimilate and apply information contained in reports and duty charts relating to the range of duties and safe use of the crane.
• Be aware of the effects of wind and other climatic effects on the crane and load.
• Able to take the action to avoid dangerous situations, including stopping operations.
• Operate fire suppressant equipment, if fitted.
• Access and depart the crane by safe use of ladders and grab rails.
• Carry out training on specific models of crane, become familiar with rigging and maintenance procedures and conversant with all crane documentation.
• Continually seek to improve the way in which the role operates within the business to achieve its objectives.

Person Specification

Education / Knowledge / Experience

• Full Driver's Licence.
• HGV Class C Licence.
• In-date Blue CPCS card with Mobile Crane Operator authorisation.
• Previous experience operating mobile cranes.
• Knowledge of the effects of wind and other climatic conditions on the crane and load.
• Strong knowledge of road traffic regulations.

Skills / Abilities

• Display safe working practices.
• Provide a friendly and helpful service to customers.

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