Appointed Person - 360 Lifting Operations in Sittingbourne

ENGAGEMENT TYPE:Part-time / Consultancy

ESTIMATED COMMITMENT:Approximately 1–2 days per fortnight

REPORTING TO:Construction / Site Management Team

LOCATION:Multiple sites across Kent, Surrey and East Sussex

Role Overview:

We are seeking a competent and experienced Appointed Person (AP) to support our construction and infrastructure projects on a rotational basis. This is not a full-time role, but a specialist function focused on reviewing, maintaining and updating lifting plans across multiple live sites.

The majority of lifting operations are routine excavator-based lifts, forming approximately 90% of lifting activities. While these lifts are generally straightforward, the role requires sound judgement, a strong understanding of excavator lifting capacities, and the ability to assess site-specific constraints and conditions.

The successful individual will act as the single Appointed Person across all sites, ensuring consistency, compliance and best practice in lifting operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the Appointed Person in accordance with LOLER and BS 7121




• Review existing lifting plans across all sites and amend where required




• Produce and update lifting plans for routine excavator lifting operations




• Ensure lifting plans are suitable, sufficient and reflective of:




• Excavator lifting capacities




• Ground conditions and site constraints




• Load characteristics and lift frequency




• Carry out periodic site visits (typically 1–2 times per fortnight) to:




• Review lifting operations




• Confirm lifting plans remain valid




• Address changes in site conditions or methodology




• Liaise with Site Managers, Supervisors and Operators to ensure:




• Lifting plans are understood and followed




• Any changes to lifting arrangements are properly assessed




• Provide professional advice on lifting-related matters as required




• Maintain clear and auditable documentation for lifting operations

Site Locations:

The role will cover 9 sites, with the expectation of visiting 3 - 4 sites per day where practicable across Kent, Surrey and Sussex

Skills, Experience & Competence

Essential:

• Recognised Appointed Person (Lifting Operations) qualification




• Strong working knowledge of LOLER, PUWER and BS 7121




• Proven experience preparing and reviewing lifting plans




• Solid understanding of excavator lifting duties and capacity charts




• Ability to assess ground conditions and site-specific lifting risks




• Competent in managing routine, repetitive lifting operations




• Ability to work independently across multiple sites




• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel

Desirable:

• Experience working across multiple live construction sites




• Background in civil engineering, groundworks or enabling works




• Familiarity with environmental or infrastructure projects

Working Arrangements & Commercial Terms:

• Estimated 1–2 days per fortnight, subject to project needs and changes




• Flexible working pattern agreed in advance




• Travel between sites required; mileage/travel arrangements to be agreed




• Role offered on a day-rate or consultancy basis, subject to agreement

Suitability of the Role:

This role would suit an experienced Appointed Person seeking:

• A flexible, part-time or consultancy position




• Low-complexity but responsibility-driven lifting operations




• A consistent portfolio of sites rather than ad-hoc appointments

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