Lifting & Handling Engineer

Location: Broughton, UK - Onsite
Contract: Until 08/04/2026 (likely extension)
Pay Rate:

• Up to £38.00/hr Umbrella (DOE)
• Up to £28.41/hr PAYE (DOE)
  Hours: 35 per week (overtime paid at premium rates)

About the Role

A leading engineering organisation is seeking a skilled Lifting & Handling Engineer to join their Manufacturing Engineering Safety function. You'll act as a subject‑matter expert on lifting operations, ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient activity in line with LOLER and recognised industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert LOLER advice and operational guidance.
• Create and update Lift Plans and Lifting Instructions.
• Act as a LOLER Appointed Person for lifting‑related incidents/abnormalities.
• Produce Risk Assessments and Method Statements to ensure legal compliance.
• Carry out LOLER compliance checks and surveillance activities.
• Support continuous improvement and future engineering safety projects.

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven background in Lifting & Handling.
• Strong knowledge of LOLER and BS7121.
• Experience in roles such as Slinger, Banks‑person, or Crane Driver.
• Ideally experienced as a Lifting Specialist, Supervisor, or LOLER Coach.
• Essential: Lifting Appointed Person qualification A62/A61 or equivalent.
• Self‑motivated with the ability to work independently.

Additional Information

• Overtime: Paid over 35 hours at enhanced rates (25% Mon-Fri, 50% Sat-Sun)

How to Apply

If you have the required expertise and are looking for a contract within a high‑performing engineering environment, please apply with your latest CV. For more information please call Ellie at Carbon60 on 02039106419.