Slinger

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in the UK is seeking Slingers for on-site work in Rosyth Dockyard. Responsibilities include safely carrying out lifting activities using cranes and other equipment. Successful candidates must have slinger qualifications and excellent teamwork skills. The position offers competitive pay rates and the possibility of contract extension. Safety compliance is paramount.

Benefits

Travel Allowance

32 days holiday annually

6 month initial contract

Qualifications

• Experience in slinging/rigging with various equipment.
• Strong focus on safety and compliance with regulations.
• Confident in customer-facing situations with a professional manner.

Responsibilities

• Carry out lifting, slinging, and transportation activities.
• Operate cranes, forklifts, and other lifting equipment.
• Support planning and operational coordination.

Skills

Team player

Problem-solving

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Education

Recognised slinger signaller qualification - Min NVQ2

Forklift driving certificate (RTITB)

MEWPS Training, IPAF

Job description

Morson Talent are currently recruiting for Slingers to work on-site in Rosyth Dockyard.

Join a dynamic team supporting complex lifting and transport operations across a wide range of equipment including mobile cranes, Goliath cranes, overhead travelling cranes, forklift trucks, SPMTs, and other mechanical handling systems.

You will be responsible for carrying out lifting activities safely and efficiently, in full compliance with the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER) 1998 and all relevant method statements. This hands-on role requires a strong focus on safety, precision, and teamwork.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out lifting, turning, slinging, and transportation of plates, units, and equipment.
• Operate lifting and handling equipment including cranes, forklifts, sideloaders, telehandlers, MEWPs, and working at height systems.
• Perform routine equipment checks and ensure compliance with safety standards and company procedures.
• Interpret and work from lifting and transport drawings and plans.
• Support planning and coordination of daily operations, including resource allocation and subcontractor liaison.
• Lead by example in maintaining team discipline, safe working practices, and high customer service standards.
• Promote a safety-first culture and take ownership of assigned tasks and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Undertake training and development as required for the role.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Strong team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Well-organised with effective time management and the ability to prioritise tasks independently.
• Proactive, reliable, and committed, with a positive “can-do” attitude.
• Demonstrated problem-solving abilities and a logical, solutions-focused approach.
• Capable of managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Confident in customer-facing situations, with a professional and approachable manner.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience in slinging / rigging with the use of a range of equipment. (Plate / bulbar / beam clamps, magnets etc.)
• Recognised slinger signaller qualification - Min NVQ2 or equivalent.
• Recognised rigger / fleeting qualification.
• Fork lift driving certificates RTITB (Desirable)
• MEWPS Training, IPAF ((Desirable)

Security Requirements:
Successful candidates must be eligible to undergo BPSS and SC Clearance to work at the dockyard (Support will be provided through the application process).

Pay Rates

PAYE - £19.41 per hour (Overtime £28.71 p/hr)

Umbrella - £24.72 per hour (Overtime £37.65 p/hr)

+ Travel Allowance.

Work Arrangements

36 standard hours a week, (Monday to Thursday), shift and overtime a possibility but not guaranteed

32 days holiday annually (paid as holiday credit)

6 month initial contract

The successful candidate will need to achieve full SC security clearance in order to fulfil this role.