installation Operative Crane

We are seeking an Installation Operative (Crane) to join our Power business division within the Jones Lighting team who offer a range of high-quality services to our clients including street lighting, ICP Works, DNO Contractor Services and LV Overhead Line works, Electrical Design, Car Charging Solutions and HV and Cable Lay works.

Operating a HIAB unit, this role is an exceptional opportunity to utilise your existing street lighting experience while stepping into a secure, fast-paced outdoor working environment. While you must bring core industry tickets with you, we are fully prepared to invest in your long-term development by funding an extensive training package to complete your utility compliance portfolio.

Key Responsibilities: Your duties will include, but are not limited to:

• HIAB Duties: Directing and guiding HIAB crane operations safely during column movements, installations, and removals.
• Installation Support: Acting as the crucial Primary Man on a HIAB unit, assisting with the safe installation and removal of street lighting columns and foundations.
• Excavation & Reinstatement: Undertaking excavation activities and temporary reinstatement of ground surfaces.
• Site Safety & Compliance: Maintaining exemplary health, safety, and environmental standards on site, with a strong focus on safe working procedures near buried apparatus.
• Traffic Management: Implementing and maintaining effective signing, lighting, and guarding in line with NRSWA Streetworks requirements We are looking for a reliable, hardworking individual who already possesses solid experience in street lighting and is ready to hit the ground running. Mandatory Requirements: To be considered for this role, you must meet the following minimum criteria:
• Proven Experience: Demonstrated professional experience specifically within the street lighting sector.
• Lorry Loader (hook): Must hold a valid Lorry loader ticket.
• Streetworks: Valid NRSWA Streetworks card.
• Safety Card: Valid CSCS Card (Construction Skills Certification Scheme).
• Availability: Must be available for an immediate start.
• Driving & Commute: A full, clean Class 2 UK Driving Licence is essential, with the ability to reliably commute to and from the Sefton depot for early morning starts. Join us at United Infrastructure and be part of our mission to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions to the complex infrastructure needs of the UK. Here at United Infrastructure, we invest in our people and firmly believe that our workforce is our most valuable asset. A driving force for success and the core to achieving our vision of creating a connected and sustainable future, our team is the heart of our organisation. Are you looking to be part of an exciting journey within an evolving business? Want to learn something new, every single day? Then you’ve come to the right place. Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match. A fast-paced, diverse, and hugely ambitious business, we welcome challengers, innovators and people who embrace change. Establish yourself in a creative environment that champions freedom of expression, and supports you in your personal and professional development – because together, we achieve more. Ready to take the next step in your career? United Infrastructure operates a direct sourcing model and does not accept speculative CVs from recruitment agencies. Any CVs submitted without prior agreement will be considered a gift and the candidate will be deemed to have been introduced directly. No fees will be payable in these circumstances