Slinger / Signaller

Randstad Construction and Property; Scotland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction recruitment agency in the UK seeks a dependable and experienced Slinger/Signaller for a long-term position on a major energy project. This role requires directing and ensuring safe lifting operations in challenging environments. Candidates must hold a valid CPCS or NPORS ticket and a CSCS card, with previous experience in heavy civils operations. The role offers £22.14 per hour on a rotation of 11 days on, 3 days off, with accommodation covered.

Benefits

Accommodation Paid

Qualifications

• Proven recent experience in heavy civils lifting operations.
• Ability to work in challenging terrain and with structural concrete.

Responsibilities

• Direct all crane and lifting operations on site.
• Select and inspect appropriate lifting gear for secure attachments.
• Act as the point of contact during lifts to ensure safety.
• Adhere to lifting plans and site safety procedures.

Skills

Directing crane and equipment operations

Selecting and inspecting lifting gear

Clear communication

Education

Valid CPCS or NPORS Slinger/Signaller ticket

Valid CSCS Card

Job description

Slinger/Signaller - Isle of Skye

Location: Isle of Skye, Scotland (Accommodation Paid)

Rate: £22.14 per hour (CIS)

Rota: 11 days on, 3 days off

Start Date: February 2026

Duration: Long-Term Ongoing Contract (Expected 2-3 Years)

Role

We are seeking a reliable and highly experienced Slinger/Signaller (Banksman) to support the safe and efficient lifting operations on this large-scale energy infrastructure project. This scheme involves complex, heavy lifts in challenging, uneven terrain for the installation of concrete pads and power line components.

You will be the vital link between the crane/plant operator and the slinging teams, ensuring precise and safe placement of materials.

Key Responsibilities

• Safe Lifting: Directing all crane, excavator, and telehandler lifting operations on site using clear and correct hand and radio signals.
• Slinging: Selecting, inspecting, and using appropriate lifting gear (chains, slings, shackles) to securely attach loads.
• Communication: Acting as the clear point of contact during lifts, particularly over obstacles and uneven ground.
• Compliance: Strict adherence to lifting plans, method statements, and site safety procedures.

Requirements

• Valid CPCS or NPORS Slinger/Signaller ticket (required).
• Valid CSCS Card (required).
• Proven recent experience in heavy civils lifting operations, ideally involving structural concrete, challenging terrain, or utility/energy infrastructure.
• Must be able to commit to the structured 11-on, 3-off rotation starting in February.

How to Apply

If you are a dependable, highly safety-conscious Slinger/Signaller looking for a long-term role on a landmark project, please send your CV and copies of your tickets to (email address removed).

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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