Steel Erector Chargehand

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