Job Description

Appointed Person - Birmingham - £28.36 PER HOUR

VGC Group are looking for experienced Appointed Person to start on a project in Birmingham. This contract is available to start on 22/06/26 and we can offer up to 2 years to a successful candidate.

Role: Appointed Person

Location: Birmingham

Salary: £28.36 Per Hour

Hours: 7:30am - 5:30pm

Contract: PAYE Contract of Employment

Experience: 2 years +

Qualifications: CPCS Appointed Person (or NPORS equivalent), SMSTS

Please apply via link included or directly at (url removed) or (phone number removed).

Appointed Person experience

Your role as an Appointed Person will be based in Birmingham and will consist of:

Follow all safety protocols and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

Plan and manage all lifting operations in line with regulations.

Develop, review, and approve lifting plans and ensure they are followed.

Coordinate with project managers, site supervisors, and other personnel to schedule lifting activities.

Assess the site for potential hazards and implement measures to mitigate risks.

Conduct risk assessments and safety briefings prior to lifting operations.

Ensure all lifting activities comply with health and safety regulations and industry standards.

Monitor the work environment to ensure the safety of all personnel involved in lifting operations.

Oversee the setup and dismantling of cranes on site.

Supervise crane supervisors, operators, riggers, and lifting teams.

Ensure lifting equipment and accessories are properly inspected, maintained, and certified.

Act as the main point of contact for all lifting operations on site.

Communicate clearly and effectively with crane teams and site personnel.

Maintain detailed records of all lifting operations, including risk assessments, safety checks, and incident reports.

Ensure all relevant documentation is completed and submitted as required.

Report any incidents, near-misses, or safety concerns to the appropriate personnel.

Based in Birmingham, remuneration for this role is £28.36 per hour. You will accrue holiday entitlement and be eligible to join the VGC pension scheme once certain criteria have been met.

VGC is a leading provider of support services to the UK infrastructure industry. We are recognised for our expertise in providing a skilled workforce and services to major construction projects, including railways, highways, airports and power stations. We focus on safety, quality and sustainability in our operations, all aligned with industry best practice. Our unwavering commitment to uphold the highest standards in delivery, sustainability, collaboration, innovation and ethical business has led to VGC being a leading partner to Tier One clients across the UK and beyond. As leaders in our field for recruitment into construction, we have a clear set of values and goals that underpin everything we do. The VGC Group, and its associated companies, are committed to the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion in recruitment, employment, work, training, project management and service provision.

VGC is acting as an employment business in relation to this position.

Please apply via link included or directly at (url removed) or (phone number removed)