Slinger/Signaller: Safe Lifts on Major UK Infra Projects

Laing O'Rourke; Waltham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Company pension scheme

Healthcare benefits

Ongoing training

Long-term career opportunities

Work on major UK projects

Job summary

Laing O'Rourke is recruiting Slinger/Signallers for major UK infrastructure projects. You will sling and signal loads, direct crane movements, inspect lifting gear and maintain safe lifting zones on busy sites.

Join a directly employed workforce with comprehensive training, career development and long-term opportunities across multiple UK locations, with competitive pay and health benefits.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working as a Slinger/Signaller on construction or infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of lifting operations and safe systems of work.
• Good communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Proactive approach to health and safety.
• Reliable, responsible and safety focused.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced site environment.
• Commitment to quality and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Safely sling and signal loads in accordance with lifting plans and site procedures.
• Direct crane movements using approved hand signals and communication methods.
• Inspect lifting accessories prior to use and report any defects.
• Ensure loads are secured correctly before lifting operations commence.
• Maintain effective communication with Crane Operators, Crane Supervisors and site management.
• Establish and maintain safe lifting zones and exclusion areas.
• Follow lift plans, risk assessments and method statements.
• Report hazards, incidents and near misses promptly.
• Maintain high standards of health, safety and housekeeping at all times.

Skills

Slinger/Signaller experience

Lifting ops knowledge

Communication

Teamwork

Health & safety

Fast-paced site

Quality & improvement

Proactive safety

Education

CPCS Blue Slinger/Signaller Card (A40)

CSCS Health, Safety and Environment Test

Job description

Laing O'Rourke is recruiting Slinger/Signallers for major UK infrastructure projects. You will sling and signal loads, direct crane movements, inspect lifting gear and maintain safe lifting zones on busy sites.

Join a directly employed workforce with comprehensive training, career development and long-term opportunities across multiple UK locations, with competitive pay and health benefits.