Principal Lifting Engineer

Role Details:

Principal Lifting Engineer

Altrad are currently on the lookout for a Principal Lifting Engineer to join the business to provide specialist technical expertise in lifting operations and support operational teams with lifting engineering solutions.

Key Deliverables:

• Provide subject matter expertise in lifting operations to support operational and project requirements across the business.

• Prepare and review Lift Plans and Lifting Risk Assessments in accordance with regulatory and company requirements.

• Provide technical lifting engineering advice and support to operational teams and projects.

• Ensure structural considerations relating to lifting operations are appropriately assessed and engineered in accordance with applicable standards.

• Support the delivery of engineering excellence through adherence to discipline procedures, technical standards and engineering best practice.

• Participate in and support incident investigations relating to lifting activities where required.

• Maintain personal competence and pursue continuous professional development in lifting engineering and related disciplines.

• Provide technical coaching, mentoring and guidance to engineers and operational personnel.

• Support the recruitment, development and retention of competent engineering personnel within the discipline.

• Assist in the development and implementation of technical safety standards and technical assurance processes relating to lifting operations.

• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in lifting engineering processes and procedures.

• Develop and maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders, project teams and operational personnel.

• Support the delivery of contracted engineering activities in line with project requirements and business objectives.

• Act as Technical Authority for Lifting where required in accordance with the company technical authority framework.

• Support discipline management in the effective allocation and management of engineering resources.

• Ensure lessons learned and improvement opportunities from lifting activities are captured and shared across the business.

• Deputise for the Lead Engineer or Discipline Manager where required.

Key Requirements:

• Extensive knowledge and experience in lifting engineering and lifting operations within an industrial or engineering environment.

• Strong understanding and application of LOLER, PUWER, HASAWA and relevant British and international lifting standards.

• Experience preparing Lift Plans and undertaking Lifting Risk Assessments.

• Experience in the design and assessment of lifting equipment and lifting points, including lifting lugs, trunnions, lifting beams and spreader beams.

• Ability to calculate centre of gravity of loads and select appropriate lifting equipment and accessories.

• Degree qualified in Engineering (BEng / MEng / MSc) or equivalent, with Chartered Engineer status (or working towards) preferred.

• Minimum 10 years relevant industry experience in lifting engineering or a related discipline.

• Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively within multi-disciplinary teams and produce clear technical reports.

About Us
We are the leading provider of infrastructure services. At Altrad, we transform our nation’s critical infrastructure to operate safely and sustainably.
With over 11,000 talented people, we provide the full spectrum of critical engineering and construction services for industries both onshore and offshore. Join a Leading Organisation in the Nuclear Industry.

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Why Join Us?
• Work on high-impact projects within a leading organisation at the forefront of the nuclear industry.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment with a focus on innovation and excellence.

*We are committed to making our recruitment process accessible and inclusive. If you require any adjustments at any stage – including interviews or assessments, please let us know. We’re happy to discuss what would help you take part fully