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Rig Operator

Balfour Beatty
Derby
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About the role

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Rig Operator to join our Ground Engineering team.

What you'll be doing

The successful candidate will:

  • Assist with HSE targets and standards are maintained;

  • Focus on Zero Harm, Defect free delivery and sustainability principles;

  • Support the implementation of H\&S documentation;

  • Support immediate management in setting people to work and attend and participate in Daily Activity Briefings;

  • Follow Risk Assessments, Method Statements / WPP (RAMS) work to existing
Balfour Beatty Safe Systems of Work;
  • Ensure exclusion zones are maintained including signage, gate, etc by working
closely with designated Rig Attendant;
  • Report all Observations – Close Calls/Good Practice – informing Supervisor;

  • Be aware of project plans, specification, schedules, and sequence of works;

  • Follow schedules/programmes, identifying conflicts and propose resolutions;

  • Monitor and react to ground/site conditions including Piling Platform;

  • Ensure works are carried out in the most efficient and safe manner;

  • Prepared to work overtime/flexible on breaks as and when the contract requires;

  • Prepared to complete other Site Roles and Tasks within Team;

  • Understanding of safe systems of work, eliminating safety risks through good
logistics – loading and unloading;
  • Understand the importance of logistics for programme success;

  • Follow sequencing and logic of the project process;

  • Follow drawings, specifications, and checklists;

  • Complete required checklists, snags, and quality observations;

  • Play an active role in supporting the management of quality issues and the QA
process (including NCRs);
  • Assist in meeting target outputs as required for Scope of works;

  • Be aware of key contract dates and key contractual requirements of sustainability.
Who we're looking for

The successful candidate will have the following skills and experience:

  • Awareness of the need to develop leadership skills;

  • Good communication skills;

  • Ability to support improvement of safety and sustainability performance;

  • Basic IT skills for the use of Rig Computer Systems;

  • Ability and prepared to train, instruct, and share knowledge;

  • Piling techniques within Rotary, CFA, and Mini Piling;

  • Rigging and derigging;

  • Proactive Maintenance of Piling rig and equipment recording issues and faults as

  • required;

  • Awareness of scheduling and programme management. Short\-term planning for

  • the overall construction programme;

  • Basic principles and importance of regulatory requirements and Standards;

  • Basic understanding of safety protocols and best practices;

  • Understanding of quality assurance and quality control processes;

  • Awareness of environmental sustainability practices;

  • Awareness of construction technology and innovation;

  • Awareness of compliance with regulations and standards;

  • Awareness of environmentally sustainable practices in construction projects;

  • CPCS – A48 Piling Rig Bored \>20tn. (Rotary/CFA);

  • CPCS – A47 Piling Rig Bored \< 20tn. (Mini Piling);

  • CPCS – A40 Slinger Signaller;

  • CPC – A74 Piling Rig Attendant;

  • Manual Handling;

  • Fit For Role \-Safety Critical Medical (SEQUAL Registered);

  • Manufacture/supplier training where required (Bauer, Casagrande, Klemm, etc.).
Why work for us

Our people are our biggest asset and we focus on recruiting, training and developing the people who can apply innovation to deliver the infrastructure of the future. We nurture these talents, offer a great benefits package in addition to a competitive base salary and continually invest in developing the skills of our people at every level.

Some of our key benefits are:

  • An attractive/negotiated salary;

  • 25 days annual leave \+ bank holidays;

  • Pension savings schemes;

  • Enhanced maternity/paternity and family friendly policies;

  • Access to our Refer and Earn scheme;

  • Discretionary annual salary reviews.
About us

Balfour Beatty Ground Engineering is one of the UK’s leading specialist geo\-technical contractors, providing innovative piling and ground improvement solutions across all sectors.

Our comprehensive ground engineering capabilities, equipment and experience provide the solid foundations for infrastructure and buildings of any height, ranging from city skyscrapers to cross\-country rail and road projects.

Our reputation as one of the UK’s leading specialist geo\-technical contractors is earned through the delivery of ground engineering solutions on some of the UK’s largest and most prestigious projects including HS2, The Shard, Wembley Stadium, Reading Station Viaduct, Marble Arch Place, Battersea Power Station redevelopment and the A14 Cambridge to Huntingdon improvement project.

Diversity and inclusion

At Balfour Beatty, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone D\&I Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion

We are a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long\-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit: https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/

Job Reference: BBUK19577

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