Slinger

JR United Kingdom; Petersfield; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in maritime operations is seeking a skilled individual for lifting operations. The role involves ensuring compliance with safety standards, conducting equipment checks, and performing administrative tasks related to lifting operations. Candidates should possess an NVQ Level 3 qualification or Supervisor ticket, with experience in maritime environments. The position offers competitive benefits, flexible working hours, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Enhanced annual leave

Company-contributed Share Incentive Plan

Flexible working

Employee assistance program

Cycle2work scheme

Employee discounts

Annual incentive eligibility

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 qualification or Supervisor ticket required.
• Experience in maritime and facilities environments.
• Understanding of relevant safety standards (LOLER, PUWER).

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with policies and safety standards.
• Complete administrative tasks related to risk assessments and lift plans.
• Conduct equipment checks and ensure usability.

Skills

Understanding of LOLER

Understanding of PUWER

Experience in general lifting operations

Education

NVQ Level 3 qualification

Supervisor ticket

Job description

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Salary: £34,640 with Supervisor ticket (Shift allowance and OT)

What you’ll be doing

• Ensuring compliance with all policies, procedures, and standard operating practices, with recommendations for action and continuous improvement.
• Ensuring all equipment, plant, and accessories being used or operated are within test/examination dates and in a safe, usable condition.
• Ensuring all work is undertaken in accordance with relevant site rules, regulations (including LOLER and PUWER), standards, and company policies.
• Completing all administrative tasks related to the role, such as assisting in creating risk assessments, pre-use check sheets, and standard or complex lift plans.

Your skills and experiences

• NVQ Level 3 qualification or Supervisor ticket.
• Understanding of LOLER, PUWER, BS7121 standards.
• Experience in general lifting operations using various lifting equipment within maritime and facilities environments, including conducting fleeting operations with various capacity chain blocks.

You’ll receive benefits including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave, and a Company-contributed Share Incentive Plan. Additional benefits include flexible working, an employee assistance program, Cycle2work scheme, and employee discounts. You may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The Slinging & Fleeting team

As part of the Slinging and Fleeting team, you will carry out all aspects of slinging and fleeting items on ships, overhead gantry crane duties, and may use IT systems to assist in preparing lifting operations. This role offers variety and opportunities for progression within the lifting structure and the company.

Work approach and culture

Our evolving working approach offers flexibility with working hours, including accruing hours and flexible start and finish times, to help balance work and personal life.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place to make a real difference. We value diversity, integrity, and merit, and empower you to fulfill your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, especially from underrepresented groups including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ individuals.

If you have a disability or health condition affecting your performance in assessments, please discuss potential reasonable adjustments with your recruiter.

Many roles require security and export control clearances, including Baseline Personnel Security Standard and possibly higher levels of security vetting, depending on residency history.

We may close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received. Please apply promptly if interested.