Lifting Supervisor

Lifting Supervisor / Safety Manager Somerset £90,000 - £110,000  Package  Holidays  Career Progression  Immediate Start Join a high-performing, fast-growing contractor delivering complex, high-value mission-critical construction projects across the UK and Europe. This is an opportunity for an experienced Lifting Supervisor to take full ownership of lifting and crane operations on technically demanding builds within the data centre, pharmaceutical and advanced manufacturing sectors.

You'll be joining a delivery-focused team trusted by blue-chip end clients, where safety, precision and programme certainty are non-negotiable. The role offers long-term project stability, strong site support and the opportunity to operate at senior level on major international builds. In this role, you'll lead all lifting activities on site - from planning and coordination through to execution and compliance.

Working closely with the Project Director, construction teams, temporary works, subcontractors and external authorities, you'll ensure all lifting and precast operations are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with regulatory requirements. This is a site-based role for a major confidential project. Applicants must be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and coordinating multiple crane operations and interfaces. Your Role as Lifting Supervisor Will Include:
Planning, managing and overseeing all lifting operations across site Producing and maintaining lifting plans, method statements and risk assessments Leading crane and lifting teams, ensuring competence, certification and training compliance Coordinating crane operations with site logistics, traffic management and programme requirements Overseeing precast concrete installation, including sequencing, rigging strategies and temporary stability Ensuring lifting equipment, accessories and machinery are inspected, certified and correctly documented Working closely with temporary works, structural engineers, precast suppliers and subcontractors Monitoring crane performance, utilisation and downtime Carrying out or coordinating duties associated with Crane Coordination, Crane Supervision and MEWP activities As a Lifting Supervisor,

You Will Have:

Proven experience supervising lifting operations on large, complex construction projects AP (Appointed Person) qualification Strong knowledge of crane operations, lifting legislation and best practice Experience working alongside temporary works and precast installation teams Confidence coordinating multiple contractors in a live construction environment Temporary Works Supervisor (TWS) experience beneficial but not essential