Slinger/Signaller at Reliable Contractors LTD, Plymouth, Devon

SLINGER / SIGNALLER DEVONPORT FULLTIME

Reliable Contractors are recruiting for an experienced Slinger / Signaller to join the Devonport Royal Dockyard redevelopment project.

Long-term work is available for the right candidate with the correct qualifications, cards and experience, offering stable employment and regular income.

Assignment Details

Employment Type: Full-time

Payment Basis: PAYE

Pay Rate: £20.81 per hour

Paid Holidays: 31 days per year (including bank holidays)

Start Date: As soon as possible, subject to successful vetting, medical and site induction

Assignment Duration: Ongoing / until further notice

Location: Plymouth

What We Offer

Pension provision.

A safe working environment.

Secure, regular income.

Lodge/digs allowance of £53.69 per day worked, subject to eligibility and supporting evidence. Eligibility generally requires living more than 50 miles from site, with proof of home address and accommodation arrangements.

Overtime

After 39 hours paid at time and a half

Must Have

Blue CPCS Competent Operator card or CPCS Slinger / Signaller A40 qualification.

Valid Safety Critical Medical.

Previous experience working as a Slinger / Signaller on construction or civil engineering projects.

Good understanding of lifting operations and safe slinging practices.

Ability to communicate clearly with crane operators and site teams.

Good understanding of site health and safety procedures.

Reliable and proactive attitude towards work.

Role and Responsibilities

Sling and secure loads safely for lifting operations.

Select appropriate lifting accessories for each load.

Check lifting equipment before use and report defects.

Direct crane operators using recognised hand signals and communication methods.

Maintain safe exclusion zones around lifting operations.

Ensure loads are balanced, secure and suitable for lifting.

Work closely with crane operators, banksmen and site management.

Follow lifting plans, risk assessments and site procedures.

Shifts

To be confirmed.

Health and Safety Risks

The successful candidate will be expected to promote and maintain a safe working environment, ensuring site rules, procedures and relevant health and safety requirements are followed.

Key risks associated with the role include:

Suspended loads: Maintain exclusion zones and never allow personnel beneath suspended loads.

Lifting equipment: Inspect accessories before use and report defects.

Moving plant and cranes: Maintain safe distances and follow site traffic management procedures.

Communication failures: Use clear signals and agreed communication methods.

Manual handling: Follow safe lifting techniques and use suitable equipment.

Slips, trips and falls: Maintain safe access routes and tidy working areas.

All site-specific risks and control measures must be confirmed through the project RAMS, risk assessments and site induction.

If you want to work for a main contractor that cares about its tradespeople, this is your opportunity to apply and join the project.

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