About the role
Location: Helensburgh, Argyll and Bute
Compensation: £29,658 to £37,529 Depending on Experience
Role ID: SF74933
Lead critical lifting operations that help keep the UK's defence infrastructure safe, secure and operational.
At Babcock, we're working to create a safe and secure world, together. If you join us, you can play your part as a Lift Supervisor at HMNB Clyde, near Helensburgh, Argyll and Bute.
The role
As a Lift Supervisor, you'll play a vital role in supporting safe and compliant lifting operations across one of the UK's most important naval bases. Working within a highly skilled team, you'll supervise lifting activities that support critical defence operations, ensuring every lift is delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with regulatory requirements.
This is an exciting opportunity to apply your expertise in lifting operations while developing your career within a world-leading engineering and defence organisation. You'll work alongside experienced professionals, contribute to nationally important programmes, and help create a safer, more secure future.
Day-to-day, you’ll be required to:
Supervising lifting operations in accordance with approved lifting plans and safe systems of work.
Ensuring compliance with Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER), BS 7121 requirements, and site procedures.
Reviewing and applying lifting method statements, risk assessments, and instructions provided by Appointed Persons.
Monitoring lifting activities and reporting non-conformances, incidents, hazards, and improvement opportunities.
Coaching and mentoring colleagues, supporting competence development and completion of task books where appropriate.
This role is based on site at HM Naval Base Clyde and is contracted to 36 hours per week, Monday to Thursday.
Essential experience of the Lift Supervisor
Working knowledge of LOLER, BS 7121, and relevant lifting industry regulations and best practices.
Experience supervising lifting operations within complex industrial, engineering, marine, naval, or heavy engineering environments.
Knowledge of safe systems of work, health, safety, and environmental requirements.
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