Appointed Person

Cavendish Professionals

The Role

Overview

Oversee and plan lifting operations ensuring compliance with LOLER and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • lift planning
  • method statements
  • risk assessments
  • record keeping
  • stakeholder liaison
  • safety oversight

Tasks

-Coordinate with crane supervisors, slinger/signallers, and site teams. -Plan and oversee lifting operations in line with LOLER and company procedures. -Prepare and issue lift plans, method statements, and risk assessments. -Maintain accurate records and compliance documentation. -Liaise with contractors, suppliers, and management to ensure smooth operations. -Ensure all lifting activities are carried out safely and efficiently.

Requirements

  • appointed person
  • construction
  • health safety
  • lifting operations
  • experience

What You Bring

-Previous experience as an appointed person on construction sites -Strong understanding of health & safety regulations and best practices. -Proven experience in planning and supervising lifting operations.

The Company

About Cavendish Professionals

-The firm has since grown into a global recruiter based in the Royal Exchange in London. -They serve clients in complex sectors—rail, construction & engineering, and technology—placing blue‑ and white‑collar professionals in permanent, contract, and temp‑to‑perm roles. -Operating across the UK, Europe, DACH, CEE, Nordics and beyond, they embed teams within industries to build long‑term relationships with both clients and candidates. -Projects range from UK infrastructure delivery through rail and civil engineering, to placing software developers, Salesforce and SAP specialists in dynamic tech firms. -They organise mentoring events across Europe and host charity and sporting gatherings, earning a reputation for community‑driven engagement.

Sector Specialisms

Rail

Construction

Engineering

Technology

Software Development

Salesforce

SAP

DevOps

Healthcare