Appointed Person in Earls Colne

Industry Sectors

Manufacturing, Concrete Pre-cast Products

Main Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate lift plans/method statements/risk assessments for concrete products we manufacture on multiple sites/customers across the south-east (Kent/Surry/Sussex/S London).
• Manage projects (single houses, large housing developments, flats, care homes).
• Carry out site surveys.
• Act as the primary point of contact for site managers and clients, maintaining professionalism and diplomacy.
• Compliance with LOLER 1998, PUWER 1998, BS 7121, and CDM 2015.
• Asses, plan and prepare RAMS and lift plans to clients for approval before work begins.
• Select appropriate cranes and lifting accessories based on load, site conditions, and ground bearing capacity ensuring value engineering lift plans for customers.
• Assess and respond to unforeseen site issues.
• Understand the flooring installation process to ensure lifting plans align with construction requirements.
• Ensure all lifting operations comply with Health & Safety at Work Act, CDM Regulations, and company policies.
• Mobile role working from a car/home predominantly with occasional trips to the HQ in EC.
• Customer focused including conflict resolution.

Key Responsibilities

• Champion a proactive safety culture.
• Ensure all lifting operations meet statutory and company safety standards.

Objectives

• Deliver safe, compliant lifting operations.
• Build strong working relationships with site teams and clients.

Critical Success Factors

• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in timely manor.
• Accurate documentation and clear communication.
• Zero lifting incidents or near misses.
• Problem solving, thinking outside the box.

Behaviours

• Professional, confident, and solution focused.
• Resilient under pressure; adaptable to changing site conditions.
• Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills.

Skills

• In-depth knowledge of precast concrete installation. – desirable
• Strong planning and organisational ability.
• Proficient in Crane Expert or equivalent planning software.
• Commercial awareness of contract terms and cost implications.

Essential Qualifications

• CPCS Appointed Person (Lifting Operations).
• Full UK driving licence.
• Experience with heavy lifting in construction environments – desirable.

Terms & Conditions

• Health Care
• Free onsite parking
• 23 days holiday + bank holidays (pro-rated).

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