Lifting Operations Appointed Person x2
SF35260
Faslane, Helensburgh
Salary £38,000 - £44,853 depending on experience

About the role

Here at Babcock International we're looking to recruit two experienced Lifting Operations Appointed Persons to join our team at HMNB Clyde.

Reporting to the Lifting Operations Manager you will ensure that lifting activities are planned, adequately supervised and conducted in a safe and compliant manner in accordance with HMNB Clyde Lifting Operations Policy and as mandated by Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations.

Lifting Operations are performed across Clyde and off-Site. Typically in excess of 9500 lifts ranging from Basic through to Complex are conducted annually at Clyde in various marine and land based environments.

As Lifting Operations Appointed Person you will interpret the technical aspects of individual lifts to develop, implement and continually improve lifting plans and method statements, carry out risk assessments and be able to select and brief supervisors to ensure sufficient planning, supervision and safe execution of lifting operations.

You will provide support, advice and guidance to operational departments, contractors and project teams (including for MoD Capital Works projects) on the application of industry good practice of Lifting Operations. You will support audits, investigations and surveys to maintain compliance of lifting activities as required as part of the Clyde Integrated Audit Programme.

What do I need to do the role?

You will have detailed knowledge and understanding or experience of other roles within a lifting operation such as supervision, slinging or crane operation and hold a SVQ/NVQ Level 4 Controlling Lifting Operations for Appointed Person.

You will have a detailed understanding of LOLER and BS7121 requirements. A track record of making intelligent evidence based decisions using various sources of data and resolving conflicting operational priorities. Demonstrable experience in reviewing and updating complex engineering documentation and participating in extensive discussions covering many disciplines and specialist subject matters with respect to solving challenging lifting operations related problems.

Excellent verbal and written communication and the ability to effectively manage and prioritise your own workload. Proficient use of MS Office software and CAD packages with well-developed presentation, communication and relationship-building skills.

Able to demonstrate knowledge / experience in the following:

• SVQ/NVQ Level 4 Lifting Appointed Person
• Roles within a lifting operation such as supervision, slinging or crane operation
• Thorough knowledge of LOLER, BS7121 & other industry applicable regulations and practices
• Reviewing and updating complex engineering documentation
• Operating procedures and constraints for nuclear facilities
• Risk Assessments
• Health, Safety & Environment
• Quality Assurance
• Business applications
• CAD/Drawing applications
• High degree of numeracy and literacy
• Relevant parts of the Management of Health & Safety At Work Regulations 1999

What else do I need to know?
This role is based at HM Naval Base Clyde, located 6 miles north of Helensburgh in the West of Scotland. We are well placed for commuter links to Glasgow and the wider region, with easy access for car and public transport.

About Babcock International
For more than a century, Babcock, the Aerospace and Defence company, has been trusted to deliver bespoke, highly-skilled engineering services. We help customers in the UK and around the world to improve the capability, reliability and availability of their most critical assets within the four market sectors of Marine, Land, Aviation, and Nuclear, underpinned by a deep understanding of technology integration, unique infrastructure and specialist training.

We're committed to providing a great employee experience in a supportive and engaging environment. The benefits you can expect to enjoy include a generous holiday entitlement, competitive money purchase pension scheme with life assurance and a share ownership scheme. You'll benefit from excellent career and learning and development opportunities to ensure that you grow and achieve your full potential.

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Closing Date: 12/08/21

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