At a Glance
- Tasks: Operate cranes safely and efficiently on a nuclear construction site.
- Company: APCO Technologies, a leader in high-safety lifting solutions.
- Benefits: Permanent role with competitive salary and comprehensive training.
- Other info: Opportunities for career progression and working in a regulated environment.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and contribute to critical projects in the energy sector.
- Qualifications: Valid crane operator certification and experience with heavy lifting cranes.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
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- Crane Operator role at
- APCO Technologies SA
Location
Hinkley Point C, Bridgwater, UK
Contract
- Permanent
- About APCO Technologies
APCO Technologies is a leading specialist in high‑safety lifting and handling solutions tailored for power plants.
We design, manufacture, and maintain critical equipment for nuclear sites.
At Hinkley Point C, we are responsible for deploying, commissioning, and operating a wide range of lifting systems—including Polar Cranes—originally produced in our Aigle, Switzerland facility.
The Role
You will join our UK Services team to operate vital lifting machinery across the nuclear and conventional islands buildings during construction.
- Cranes & Equipment you’ll Operate
- HK Auxiliary Cranes
- RB Bunker Jib Cranes
- Jib Cranes
- HP1 and HP2 Cranes
- Etc.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate various types of cranes safely and efficiently following operational procedures (akin to duties found in UK standards for crane roles).
- Carry out pre-use inspections and daily checks, and complete relevant safety and maintenance documentation if required.
- Assist with crane maintenance and fault reporting, in line with practices for proactive operation.
- Support lifting operations.
- Strictly adhere to nuclear site Quality, Safety, and Security regulations.
Qualifications & Experience
- Hold a valid crane operator certification/qualification (e. g., CPCS, NPORS, or equivalent).
- Demonstrable experience operating heavy lifting cranes (such as mobile, overhead, or polar cranes).
- We value nuclear or heavy‑industry exposure, though UK construction industry experience is also relevant.
- Strong commitment to health & safety, with an ability to work under regulated environments.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
- Flexibility to adapt to diverse operations throughout site phases.
Desirable
Prior experience in nuclear environments or at Hinkley Point C; familiarity with multiple crane types and complex electromechanical systems.
What We Offer
- A permanent position with competitive salary.
- Comprehensive training on specific crane systems and nuclear site procedures.
- Career progression opportunities within APCO’s service network.
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Crane Operator employer: APCO Technologies SA
APCO Technologies is an exceptional employer, offering a permanent Crane Operator position at the prestigious Hinkley Point C site in Bridgwater, UK. With a strong focus on safety and innovation, employees benefit from comprehensive training, career progression opportunities, and a collaborative work culture that values teamwork and communication. Joining APCO means being part of a leading specialist in high-safety lifting solutions, where your skills will contribute to critical projects in the nuclear sector.
