Appointed Person

We're looking for an Appointed Person to join the dynamic team at our Severn Trent framework at our site in Wanlip, Leicestershire. 

Location: Wanlip, Leicestershire

Hours: 45 Hours per week - Permanent Contract

We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role.

What will you be responsible for?

As an Appointed Person, you'll be working within the dynamic team at our site in Wanlip, as part of our Severn Trent framework to manage lifting operations sitewide and work alongside our lifting team and delivery team to ensure the safe lifting in all areas in line with delivery requirements.

What will your day to day look like?

Your day to day will include:

• Fulfil the role of Appointed Person (Lifting Operations) as defined in BS7121
• Ensure that each lifting operation, or series of similiar operations is assessed to provide such planning, selection of lifting applications and accessories, instruction, and supervision as is necessary for the task to be undertaken safely.
• Ensure that all cranes, lifting appliances and accessories have been tested, thoroughly examined, and inspected in accordance with staturory requirements and that the relevant reports, certificate and register are up to date and available to site.
• Ensure there is an effective procedure for reporting defects and incidents, taking corrective actions as necessary.
• Make sure lift operations do not conflict with the safety of any other actions on site.

What are we looking for?

This role of Appointed Person is great for you if you have:

• CPCS Appointed person (lifting operations)
• Specific Working Knowledge of the construction techniques
• Ability to keep clear and accurate records and reports
• Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) card and SMSTS

We're all about finding potential here at Kier, and transferrable skills are always welcome! So, even if you don't tick every box, please apply and we can have a chat.

If you would like to explore more about the incredible growth and scale of our water business, dive into our diverse project portfolios, and uncover both current and future career opportunities. You can see more information about our water business here.

There's never been a better time to get involved, register your interest today and take the first step toward a rewarding career with us!

Rewards and benefits
We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here.

Diversity and inclusion
Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here.

As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview.

We look forward to seeing your application to #joinkier