Machine Movers

Machine Mover / Lift and Shift Specialist

Location: Glasgow, with travel to customer sites

Reports to: Lifting Operations Manager

The role

Move heavy machinery. Solve practical challenges. Get the job done safely.

You’ll join our Lifting division, moving, installing and positioning machinery and heavy equipment across a wide range of customer sites. This is a hands‑on role for someone who knows their equipment, works well in a team and takes pride in doing the job properly.

• Move and position machinery using skates, hydraulic jacks, gantries, hoists and specialist lifting equipment.
• Support loading, unloading, installation and removal operations.
• Carry out slinging and signalling duties where trained and authorised.
• Follow lift plans, risk assessments and method statements.
• Check equipment, access routes and working areas before every move.
• Protect customer machinery, buildings and floors.
• Work closely with supervisors, crane operators and site teams.
• Flag hazards, report defects and stop work when conditions are unsafe.
• Keep tools, vehicles and equipment organised and ready for the next job.

• Experience in machinery moving, lift and shift, rigging or heavy equipment handling.
• Confidence using jacks, skates, hoists and related equipment.
• A practical mindset and a strong focus on safety.
• Reliability, clear communication and attention to detail.
• Flexibility to travel, work varied hours and stay away when required.

Slinger/signaller qualification, relevant site safety card, forklift or MEWP training, and a full UK driving licence.