About the Role
Bilfinger UK is seeking a highly skilled Rigging Supervisor to join our operations team at Hinkley Point. You will oversee complex lifting operations, ensuring safe and precise movement of heavy equipment such as pipes, plant machinery, and structural components using cranes, cherry pickers, and other rigging equipment.
This hands-on supervisory role involves detailed planning, excellent communication, and a proactive commitment to health and safety. You’ll coordinate lifting tasks, supervise rigging teams, and ensure all procedures comply with Bilfinger’s high standards and industry regulations.
Key Responsibilities
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Select appropriate rigging gear (pulleys, cables, winches) based on load requirements
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Oversee and guide the safe movement of heavy loads using lifting equipment
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Attach rigging to loads and fixed structures using hand/power tools
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Assemble, install, and dismantle rigging structures and support frames
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Use signals or verbal instructions to direct crane/lifting operators
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Perform rigging equipment tests to ensure safety and reliability
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Align, level, and anchor machinery and components on-site
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Ensure accurate risk assessment and adherence to site safety procedures
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Work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams on construction/installation sites
Skills & Qualifications Required
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Mandatory:
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NVQ in Moving Loads, Capital Plant Steel Structures, or Erecting Steel Structures
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Valid CCNSG Safety Passport
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Essential Skills:
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Proven rigging experience in industrial/construction environments
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Ability to interpret lifting plans and technical documentation
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Excellent communication skills – verbal, hand signals, and radio-based
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Strong problem-solving and leadership capabilities
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Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
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Why Join Bilfinger UK?
With a workforce of over 4,500 employees across 14 UK offices, Bilfinger UK is a leading engineering and maintenance provider delivering high-quality services to energy, nuclear, petrochemical, renewables, and industrial sectors. We offer rewarding careers in a safety-first culture, with continuous investment in people, innovation, and sustainability.
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