Steel Erector Chargehand

Position: Steel Erector Chargehand (Permanent)
Jackson Steel are looking to recruit a Steel Erector Chargehand on a fulltime, permanent basis. You will lead a team of 3-4 Steel Erectors, erecting Steel Structures on varies projects throughout Scotland.

Job Responsibilities

· Reporting to main contractor upon site arrival and ensuring that all steel erectors are inducted before commencing work on site.

· Liaising with main contractor to co-ordinate site safety and programming of work.

· Setting up safe work areas and ensuring that other operatives do not encroach within the steel work area.

· Setting up and supervising mobile cranes.

· Directing and supervising steel erectors.

· Ensuring that RAMS and work sequences are followed and immediately notifying company management of any problems or incidents that arise.

· Keeping the work area tidy and clearing away any waste (timber, pallets, bolt bags, banding, ropes, etc.)

· Off-loading and erecting structural steelwork and occasionally cladding on construction sites across Scotland.

· Working to technical drawings, bolt lists, Risk and Method Statements.

· Ensuring that all bolts are correctly installed and fully tightened.

· Working with mobile cranes, tele-handlers, Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs), alloy towers and other plant and machinery as required.

· Using hand and power tools for drilling, cutting, shaping, burning and bolt fastening.

· Keeping equipment in good working order - daily inspecting of all plant and equipment and reporting any defects to company management.

· Manual handling work and mechanical lifting with chain blocks and genie lifts.

· Complying and co-operating with all site specific Health, Safety and Environmental requirements.

· Occasional workshop duties such as drilling holes, painting steel, tidying bolts, sweeping up.

· Any other duties as required