The Opportunity
At KAEFER, our success is built on our values and culture, which create a supportive and inclusive environment where employees can thrive. We prioritise growth and development, with abundant opportunities for advancement and a commitment to promoting from within. Our wide range of job openings, including entry-level positions, allows for the first steps on the ladder to success. We provide ongoing training and development opportunities to support our employees throughout their careers.
We’re committed to our mission of being the most reliable and efficient provider of technical industrial services. Our core disciplines include scaffolding, insulation, and protective coatings, with a range of trainee and apprenticeship routes designed to support your career journey.
Whatever path you choose, you’ll gain the skills and experience needed to build a strong foundation for your future. Your training will be provided through accredited training partners on a block release basis.
As a Rigger - Trainee, you will support our experienced onsite team to deliver high quality, consistent and competent rigging/ lifting construction service in accordance with project and company requirements, standards and procedures whilst conforming to UK Regulations and Standards. Additionally, you will ensure that all rigging/ lifting activities are completed in a safe manner, ensuring there is no detrimental impact to personnel, fabric or the environment. We have Trainee Rigging vacancies across various locations, and you will be asked to state your preference at application stage.
Key Responsibilities
How you will make an impact
- Understand and develop lifting plans to enable the execution of rigging / lifting duties.
- Provide support to other trades / disciplines where required, or form part of an integrated multi-discipline team.
- Start to understand Risk Assessments to ensure rigging / lifting activities are completed in a safe and controlled manner.
- Become more aware through training of appropriate lifting accessories and ensure they are attached / detached between the load and lifting equipment in a correct and safe manner.
- Undertake training in routine checks on lifting equipment and accessories in accordance with the prescribed maintenance procedure and ensure they are in a serviceable condition before and after use
- Ensure all work is conducted in full compliance with KAEFER HS&E policy, procedures and Safety Management System.
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
What you will bring
- The successful candidate should be able to communicate according to the situation and articulate themselves.
- You should be adaptable to change and also be resilient in character and able to deal with any challenges that may arise.
- Enthusiasm, reliability, willingness to learn and ability to work as part of a team are key.
- Proactive thinking with the ability to identify resources and solutions when faced with a challenge would be beneficial
- Being organised and meticulous with the ability to demonstrate effective prioritisation and time-management skills would be an advantage
Why KAEFER UK & Ireland?
Our mission is clear: to be the most reliable and efficient provider of technical industrial services.
KAEFER UK & Ireland provides a large and growing range of industries with asset integrity services including access solutions, insulation, surface protection, HVAC fabrication, EC&I and more. We focus on improving energy efficiency and extending asset life cycles. We have twelve operating centres across the UK and Ireland, employing approximately 3,500 highly skilled and experienced people. Our people are our lifeforce and every day they deliver excellence to our customers.
KAEFER UK & Ireland is part of the KAEFER Group, a global €2.5 billion business with its headquarters in Bremen, Germany. KAEFER works on more than 5,500 job-sites internationally, with around 35,000 employees. With unrivalled experience and expertise, our teams provide trusted partnerships and tailored support to execute even the most challenging and complex projects for clients.
We take pride in being part of a global company, with common values and many diverse and individual voices. You can ‘count on us’ to make positive contributions in the communities where we live and work.
Our values:
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and a team that reflects a broad range of perspectives and experiences, where all individuals are valued and have the opportunity to thrive. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
If you’d like to discuss our recruitment process further, or need support during the application stage, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
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