Hoist Operator

PLymouth · IR35 not stated · £19.89/hour · Contract · Posted 30 October 2026

Hoist Operator – Plymouth Location: Plymouth Duration: Long-term work Basic Rate: £19.89 per hour Overtime 1: £29.84 per hour Overtime 2: £39.78 per hour Lodge & Travel: Available for eligible candidates We are…

Pay rate £19.89/hour
Contract type Contract
Location PLymouth
Posted 30 October 2026

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Hoist Operator – Plymouth

Location: Plymouth

Duration: Long-term work

Basic Rate: £19.89 per hour

Overtime 1: £29.84 per hour

Overtime 2: £39.78 per hour

Lodge & Travel: Available for eligible candidates

We are currently looking for experienced Hoist Operators to join a major long-term construction project in Plymouth.

Duties will include:

· Operating passenger and materials hoists safely and efficiently

· Transporting personnel, tools and materials between designated levels

· Carrying out daily checks on the hoist before operation

· Ensuring loads are within safe operating limits

· Maintaining safe access to and from the hoist

· Reporting any defects, faults or safety concerns immediately

· Coordinating with site teams to support the safe movement of workers and materials

· Following site instructions, RAMS and safe working procedures

· Maintaining high standards of health and safety at all times

Competencies / Requirements:

· CPCS Hoist A20

· Safety Critical Medical

· Previous experience working as a Hoist Operator on construction or civil engineering projects

· Good understanding of safe lifting and hoist operations

· Reliable with a strong approach to site safety

· Ability to work effectively as part of a busy site team

· Must be able to meet the project's BPSS security clearance requirements

Security Clearance Requirements

Due to the security-sensitive nature of the project, all successful applicants will be required to complete BPSS security clearance before starting on site.

Applicants must be able to provide the required documentation and information to successfully complete the vetting process, including proof of identity, right to work and employment/history checks.

Due to the project’s security requirements, applicants must meet the required nationality eligibility criteria, including being a national of a NATO member country where applicable.

All offers and start dates will be subject to successful completion of the required security vetting and clearance process.

This is a long-term opportunity on a major infrastructure project in Plymouth, with excellent overtime rates available

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