Job Title: Hoist Operator (CPCS / NPORS)
Location: Reading
Salary/Rate: £17.00 - £18.00 per hour (Dependent on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
About the Role:
We are currently seeking a reliable and experienced Hoist Operator to join a major, high-profile residential development in Reading.This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated operative to secure consistent work with one of the UK's leading residential developers.
Key Responsibilities:
- Safely operating passenger and goods hoists to transport personnel, tools, and materials to various floor levels.
- Carrying out vital pre-start daily safety inspections and maintenance checks on the hoist equipment.
- Managing load weights strictly in line with safety regulations to ensure the hoist is never overloaded.
- Communicating effectively with site management, subcontractors, and ground crews via radio or signals.
- Ensuring the hoist cage and landing gates remain clear of debris and trip hazards at all times.
- Reporting any mechanical faults or safety concerns immediately to the Lifting Supervisor.
- A valid CPCS Card (Category A20) or NPORS Card (with CSCS logo) for Passenger/Goods Hoist.
- Valid CITB Health, Safety & Environment test (within the last 2 years).
- Proven track record operating hoists on large-scale residential or commercial construction sites.
- Full personal protective equipment required (Hard hat, high-vis jacket, steel-toe boots, gloves, and safety glasses).
- Excellent timekeeping, strong communication skills, and a strict commitment to site safety.
- Must have valid proof of right to work in the UK.
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
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