Banksmen​/Slinger

Banksmen/ Slinger

Careys Civil Engineering is seeking experienced and safety‑conscious Banksman/Slingers to support lifting operations on complex civil engineering projects. You will work closely with crane operators and lifting teams to ensure all activities are carried out safely and efficiently.

Final date to receive applications:
April 30, 2026
Department:
Construction (Trades & Labour)

Employment Type:

Contract / Temp

Location:

Wigan
Workplace type:
Onsite

• Direct crane and lifting operations using recognised signals and communication methods.
• Sling loads safely and ensure correct use of lifting accessories.
• Carry out pre‑use inspections and report any equipment defects.
• Maintain exclusion zones and ensure safe working areas around lifting operations.
• Coordinate with lifting teams to support planned and reactive lifts.
• Follow all site safety procedures, lift plans, and safe systems of work.

• CPCS or NPORS Slinger/Signaller qualification.
• Valid CSCS card.
• In‑date SC Medical (essential).
• Strong understanding of lifting operations and site safety controls.
• Clear communication skills and ability to work effectively with crane teams.
• Previous experience on civil engineering or major construction sites.

• Competitive pay
• PPE provided
• Training and upskilling opportunities
• Long‑term project pipeline with Careys

Our story starts in 1969 with three brothers and a van. John, Tom and Pat Carey moved to London from Ireland and started a groundworks contracting company in London called PJ Carey Plant Hire (Oval) Ltd. Their aspirations at the time were reflective of the values of the Carey Group today – to care about everything they did, to act with humility in all interactions, to be passionate about their work and be authentic at all times.

The Carey Group remains a family‑owned construction business, operating across the UK and Ireland. Their goal at the time was to grow to around 50 operatives and provide quality, safe work so that they and their employees could provide for their families and get safe home every day. Through hard work and sticking to our values and our word, this was certainly achieved….and

some. Throughout the years, we have remained committed to delivering on our promises, respecting our clients, offering innovative solutions and producing the highest‑quality work in safe environments. These are the core principles set by our Founders, the ones we have never wavered from and they help us to fulfil our ultimate vision to be the most trusted and socially responsible construction company, that people are proud to work with.

Our strong approach is underpinned by robust financial management, continuous investment in our people, specialist equipment and strategic assets and our long‑standing culture of teamwork – we want to create the very best environments for our people. We care about our people and our partners and how we work with them, ensuring we do our best by them. Ultimately, we care about our impact on the world around us and the communities that we proudly help to shape.