Lifting Supervisor / Appointed Person - Appointed Person, Support Engineer

Overview

We have a requirement for a Lifting Supervisor / Appointed Person (AP) Support Engineer in Geel Belgium.

The Appointed Person (AP) and Lifting Supervisor in the planning, coordination, execution and monitoring of lifting and lift-and-shift operations across the project. Ensure all lifting activities are planned and executed safely, efficiently and in compliance with project requirements and industry standards.

Responsibilities

Lift Planning & Coordination

• Developing lift plans, method statements and risk assessments.

• Assist with planning complex and critical lifts involving cranes, gantries, hydraulic jacking systems, skidding systems, chain hoists and load transfer systems.

• Review lifting studies, rigging arrangements, load calculations and equipment selection.

• Coordinate lifting activities with construction, mechanical, logistics and safety teams.

Lift-and-Shift Operations

• Support the planning and execution of heavy equipment installation and relocation activities.

• Assist with horizontal movement of process equipment, vessels, skids, HVAC units and packaged plant.

• Verify access routes, floor loadings, exclusion zones and working clearances.

• Monitor execution of lift-and-shift operations to ensure compliance with approved methodology.

Site Supervision

• Attend daily lifting activities and provide field support to the AP and Lifting Supervisors.

• Verify lifting teams operate in accordance with approved lift plans.

• Monitor inspections, certifications and pre-use checks for lifting equipment and accessories.

• Assist in managing permits and work authorisations.

Safety & Compliance

• Participate in risk assessments, toolbox talks and pre-lift briefings.

• Identify unsafe conditions and support stop-work interventions where required.

• Ensure compliance with project and client lifting standards.

• Support incident investigations and corrective actions.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain lifting registers, lift plans, certification records and inspection logs.

• Prepare daily and weekly reports on lifting activities.

• Support document control of RAMS, permits and temporary works documentation.

Stakeholder Management

• Coordinate with construction management, mechanical teams, logistics, HSE advisors, vendors and specialist lift contractors.

• Coordinate lifting schedules to minimise disruption to construction and commissioning activities.

Qualifications

• Degree educated or strong trades' background
• Previous construction and/or turnover supervision experience essential
• Experience on life science or mission critical projects desirable
• Previous PM Group experience desirable.
• Excellent reporting and communication skills
• Ability to act within a team essential

Who we are

PM Group is an employee owned, international project delivery firm with a team of ,600+ people. We are focused on growing a sustainable business centred around our people, our clients and trade partners.

We are a leading international engineering, architecture, project and construction management firm with a network of offices in Europe, Asia and the US. We have a multi-discipline team who deliver complex, capital projects in the life sciences, mission critical/ICT, advanced manufacturing, energy and food and beverage sectors.

Our Vision is to be a highly valued and creative delivery partner, building a more sustainable world with our clients. To do this our people are key and is where you can play a part. We are continually looking for experienced professionals to join our team.

Why PM Group?

As an employee-owned company, we are inclusive, committed and driven. Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability are the heart of our new 2025 business strategy. 

Click here to read more in our 2024 Environmental, Social and Governance Report.

Inclusion and Diversity are core to our culture and values. Wherever we work, we commit to a culture of mutual respect and belonging by building a truly inclusive workplace rich in diverse people, talents and ideas. Valuing the contributions of all our people and respecting individual differences will sustain our growth into the future.

PM Group is committed to ensuring our hiring process is fair and accessible to all and will provide candidates with disabilities with reasonable accommodations required to participate in the recruitment process. If you require any assistance in this regard, please let us know.