Construction plant operators Work, Jobs in Portishead, Som (with Salaries)

Advanced Rigger
Pipewize Ltd —Bridgwater
- £29.34 an hour
- English
- Construction
- In-person
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Plant Operator/Groundworker
MBSS Ltd —Lydney
- £40,000 - £50,000 a year
- Overtime
- Travel
- Construction
- In-person
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12d
Groundworkers
MadiganGill Ltd —Portishead
- £20 - £24 an hour
- Temporary
3d
Traffic Marshall
MadiganGill Ltd —Portishead
- £20 an hour
- Monday to Friday
3d
Pedestrian crane operator
DC Construction (Midlands) Limited —Yate
- £22 an hour
- Driving
- Organisational skills
- Construction
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9d
Trainee / experienced Mobile Crane Operators
Baldwins Crane Hire —Newport
- £14.50 - £18.00 an hour
- Full-time
- In-person
- Communication skills
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Rigger / Foreman
King Lifting —Avonmouth
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Contracts
- In-person
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
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2d
Rigger
Osprey Group —Bridgwater
- Full-time
- Power tools
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Rigger - HPC
Bilfinger SE —Bridgwater
- 10 hour shift
1d
Rigging Supervisor - HPC
Bilfinger SE —Bridgwater
- 10 hour shift
7h
Foreman / Rigger (PMM)
King Lifting —Avonmouth
- Customer service
- Contracts
- Communication skills
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
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2d
Telescopic Forklift Driver
MadiganGill Ltd —Cardiff
- £20 - £21 an hour
- Monday to Friday
- Construction
4d
Quarry Operative
John Wainwright & Co. Ltd —Stoke St Michael
- Driving
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4d
Quarry Operative
Breedon Group plc —Wickwar
- Full-time
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
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Laing O'Rourke —Cardiff
- IT
Concrete Pump and RMX Plant Operative
Breedon Group plc —Glastonbury
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Driving
- Communication skills
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General Operative
Holcim —Shepton Mallet
- Rotating shift
- Communication skills
- Employee discount
Traffic Marshall - Hinkley Point Inducted
Joseph Gallagher Limited —Bridgwater

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Plant Operator/Groundworker
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A full UK driving licence is required. This role involves working away from home Monday to Friday, with paid accommodation and overnight allowances provided.
£40,000 - £50,000 a year
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Advanced Rigger

Pipewize Ltd
Bridgwater

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Job details

Permanent
£29.34 an hour
5 days ago

Qualifications

CSCS
English
Rigging
Construction
Communication skills
Mechanical knowledge

Full job description

Location: Bridgwater TA5 1UD – United Kingdom

Type: Full-time

Industry: Mechanical / Construction / Industrial Services

About PipeWize

PipeWize Ltd is a rapidly growing mechanical and industrial services contractor delivering complex industrial and mechanical projects across the UK. As our lifting and installation activities continue to expand, we are seeking qualified and experienced Riggers to support safe and efficient execution of moving loads, steel positioning, and plant installation works.

The Role

The Rigger is responsible for the safe lifting, positioning, and securing of steel structures, plant, and mechanical equipment on industrial construction sites. You will work closely with Appointed Persons, Crane Operators, Site Managers, and Engineering Teams to ensure all lifting operations are executed in compliance with approved lift plans, RAMS, and UK safety regulations.

This role requires formal qualifications and demonstrable competency in moving loads and lifting operations, as defined below.

Key Responsibilities

Lifting Operations & Load Control

Rigging & Slinging Activities: Prepare, attach, guide, and secure loads using appropriate lifting accessories including slings, shackles, chains, beams, and specialist lifting gear.
Load Positioning & Placement: Assist in the controlled movement and final positioning of steel structures, plant, and equipment in line with method statements and lift plans.
Pre-Lift Checks: Inspect lifting accessories and equipment prior to use, ensuring certification, condition, and suitability for the task.
Signalling & Communication: Provide clear and accurate signals to crane operators in accordance with site procedures and standard hand signals.

Safety & Compliance

RAMS Compliance: Follow approved Risk Assessments and Method Statements for all lifting and moving load activities.

Equipment Inspection & Reporting: Report defective lifting equipment, unsafe conditions, or deviations from planned lifting operations.
Regulatory Compliance: Ensure lifting operations comply with LOLER, PUWER, and relevant UK construction and safety standards.
Housekeeping & Load Security: Maintain safe work areas during lifting operations and ensure loads are secured prior to release.

Qualifications & Competency Requirements

Level 3 Apprenticeship in Moving Loads; or
Minimum Level 3 Diploma in Moving Loads; or
ACE Card in Moving Loads.
Minimum of 5 years experience in a Rigger role within industrial construction environments.

Who We’re Looking For

We are seeking disciplined and safety-focused Riggers with strong practical experience in moving loads and steel positioning within industrial environments. The ideal candidate will demonstrate technical competence, situational awareness, and a proactive approach to safe lifting operations.

Experience & Skills

Proven experience in lifting operations, rigging, and steel or plant installation.
Strong understanding of lifting accessories, load calculations, and safe rigging practices.
Experience working on industrial or heavy mechanical construction projects.
Ability to interpret lift plans and method statements.
Good communication skills and ability to work effectively within a site team.
High awareness of health, safety, and risk management principles.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Valid right to work in the United Kingdom.
Willingness to undergo and satisfactorily pass a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check, if required by project or client.
Valid CCNSG Safety Passport

Why Join PipeWize

Opportunity to work on complex industrial mechanical projects.
Competitive rates based on experience and qualifications.
Long-term project pipeline across the UK.
Professional and growth-oriented company culture.

Job Type: Permanent

Pay: £29.34 per hour

Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

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