Mobile Crane Operator (Maidstone)
Ainscough Crane Hire in Maidstone are looking for a CPCS Blue Card Mobile Crane Operator to join their successful team in the coming weeks.
Benefits for a Mobile Crane Operator
* 24 days annual leave plus an additional day at 2 years service, 5 years service, and 10 years service
* Group life assurance 2 x basic salary
* Pension 4% employer 5% employees
* Online access to payslips, book and view holidays and personal info
* Access to the Ainscough Advantage (People Value) benefits platform
Job Purpose/Objectives of a Mobile Crane Operator
To provide a high-quality lifting service to our customers ensuring priority is given to the safety of employees, customers, and the public.
Key Accountabilities/Responsibilities of a Mobile Crane Operator
* Work to manufacturer’s instructions at all times.
* Adhere to road traffic regulations.
* Ensure PPE is worn at all appropriate times.
* Conversant with the correct use of outriggers and aware they should be used on level ground.
* Set and check the functioning of the rated capacity limiter and rated capacity indicator.
* Perform the correct use of manual handling i.e. Outrigger Pans.
* Liaise with Site Manager/Project Manager upon arrival on site.
* Be able to resist pressures from other persons to carry out unsafe operations.
* Able to assimilate and apply information contained in reports and duty charts relating to the range of duties and safe use of the crane.
* Be aware of the effects of wind and other climatic effects on the crane and load.
* Able to take action to avoid dangerous situations, including stopping operations.
* Operate fire suppressant equipment, if fitted.
* Access and depart the crane by safe use of ladders and grab rails.
* Carry out training on specific models of crane, become familiar with rigging and maintenance procedures and conversant with all crane documentation.
* Continually seek to improve the way in which the role operates within the business to achieve its objectives.
Person Specification
Education/Knowledge/Experience for a Mobile Crane Operator
* Full Drivers Licence
* HGV Class C Licence
* In date Blue CPCS card with Mobile Crane Operator authorisation
* Previous experience operating mobile cranes
* Knowledge of the effects of wind and other climatic conditions on the crane and load
* Strong knowledge of road traffic regulations
Skills/Abilities
* Display safe working practices
* Provide a friendly and helpful service to ACH customers
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