Slinger/Signaller

Reliable Contractors LTD; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension provision

Safe working environment

Secure, regular income

Lodge/digs allowance

Job summary

Reliable Contractors Limited is seeking an experienced Slinger/Signaller for the Devonport Royal Dockyard redevelopment in Plymouth. This full-time role requires relevant cards, medical, and proven lifting expertise, with long-term work and regular PAYE income.

You will sling and guide loads, select lifting gear, and coordinate with crane operators and banksmen, following site procedures. The position offers a pension, safe working environment, and a daily lodge/digs allowance where eligible.

Qualifications

• Blue CPCS Competent Operator card or CPCS Slinger/Signaller A40 qualification.
• Valid Safety Critical Medical.
• Previous experience as Slinger/Signaller on construction or civil engineering projects.
• Good understanding of lifting operations and safe slinging practices.
• Ability to communicate clearly with crane operators and site teams.
• Good understanding of site health and safety procedures.
• Reliable and proactive attitude towards work.

Responsibilities

• Sling and secure loads safely for lifting operations.
• Select appropriate lifting accessories for each load.
• Check lifting equipment before use and report defects.
• Direct crane operators using recognised hand signals and communication methods.
• Maintain safe exclusion zones around lifting operations.
• Ensure loads are balanced, secure and suitable for lifting.
• Work closely with crane operators, banksmen and site management.
• Follow lifting plans, risk assessments and site procedures.

Skills

Blue CPCS Competent Operator card

CPCS Slinger / Signaller A40

Good lifting operations knowledge

Clear communication with crane ops

Health and safety awareness

Education

Safety Critical Medical

Job description

SLINGER / SIGNALLER DEVONPORT FULLTIME

Reliable Contractors are recruiting for an experienced Slinger / Signaller to join the Devonport Royal Dockyard redevelopment project.

Long-term work is available for the right candidate with the correct qualifications, cards and experience, offering stable employment and regular income.

Assignment Details

• Employment Type: Full-time
• Payment Basis: PAYE
• Pay Rate: £20.81 per hour
• Paid Holidays: 31 days per year (including bank holidays)
• Start Date: As soon as possible, subject to successful vetting, medical and site induction
• Assignment Duration: Ongoing / until further notice
• Location: Plymouth

What We Offer

• Pension provision.
• A safe working environment.
• Secure, regular income.
• Lodge/digs allowance of £53.69 per day worked, subject to eligibility and supporting evidence. Eligibility generally requires living more than 50 miles from site, with proof of home address and accommodation arrangements.

Overtime

After 39 hours paid at time and a half

Must Have

• Blue CPCS Competent Operator card or CPCS Slinger / Signaller A40 qualification.
• Valid Safety Critical Medical.
• Previous experience working as a Slinger / Signaller on construction or civil engineering projects.
• Good understanding of lifting operations and safe slinging practices.
• Ability to communicate clearly with crane operators and site teams.
• Good understanding of site health and safety procedures.
• Reliable and proactive attitude towards work.

Role and Responsibilities

• Sling and secure loads safely for lifting operations.
• Select appropriate lifting accessories for each load.
• Check lifting equipment before use and report defects.
• Direct crane operators using recognised hand signals and communication methods.
• Maintain safe exclusion zones around lifting operations.
• Ensure loads are balanced, secure and suitable for lifting.
• Work closely with crane operators, banksmen and site management.
• Follow lifting plans, risk assessments and site procedures.

Shifts

To be confirmed.

Health and Safety Risks

The successful candidate will be expected to promote and maintain a safe working environment, ensuring site rules, procedures and relevant health and safety requirements are followed.

• Suspended loads: Maintain exclusion zones and never allow personnel beneath suspended loads.
• Lifting equipment: Inspect accessories before use and report defects.
• Moving plant and cranes: Maintain safe distances and follow site traffic management procedures.
• Communication failures: Use clear signals and agreed communication methods.
• Manual handling: Follow safe lifting techniques and use suitable equipment.
• Slips, trips and falls: Maintain safe access routes and tidy working areas.
• All site-specific risks and control measures must be confirmed through the project RAMS, risk assessments and site induction.

If you want to work for a main contractor that cares about its tradespeople, this is your opportunity to apply and join the project.

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