SPMT Operator Job at DataCareers

Job Description

SPMT Operator UK Wide Up to £60,000 & Benefits Our client a lprovider of Heavy Lift Solutions for major Civica Engineering Infrastructure projects require a SPMT Operator to operate Goldhofer Self-Propelled Modular Transporters (SPMTs) and supporting equipment on heavy lift, project cargo and installation contracts, moving loads from 50 tonnes up to several thousand tonnes for the UK’s energy, power generation and heavy industry sectors. This role involves woking on various projects across UK and Ireland.

Job Responsibility

Operating Goldhofer SPMTs and PST/SL modular trailers to load, transport, manoeuvre, and set down abnormal and heavy loads — transformers, generators, turbines, vessels, bridge sections, and similar — to millimetre tolerances on customer sites
Configuring, coupling, and decoupling SPMT axle lines into the required trailer combinations (single-wide, double-wide, side-by-side, drawbar arrangements) to RAMS (Risk Assessment Method Statements), Safe Systems of Work and Lift Plans as applicable
Connecting and operating Power Pack Units (PPUs), managing hydraulic suspension, steering modes (conventional, crab, carousel, transverse), and load distribution across axle groups
Carrying out pre-use, in-service, and post-use inspections of SPMTs, PPUs, ballast tractors, lifting equipment/accessories, and ancillary equipment
Working to project-specific RAMS, following ground bearing pressure calculations and stability checks
Working to authorised Management of Change documentation should site conditions require deviations from the agreed plan
Loading and unloading equipment in the Allelys Studley yard, and assisting the workshop team with maintenance of SPMTs and associated equipment
Pre and post inspection of all equipment used on site, recording defects and removing damaged items from service in accordance with regulations and procedures
Travelling to and working remotely for the duration of projects, including overnight stays, weekends, and night moves to meet project requirement

Requirements

Goldhofer SPMT experience is essential
Previous experience in heavy-lift, abnormal load, or project cargo installations
Sound understanding of load distribution, ground bearing pressure, and the stability principles set out in the ESTA SPMT Best Practice Guide
High level of attention to detail and ability to work in accordance with instructions as specified in the project RAMS (Risk Assessment Method Statement) and as directed by the Allelys Site Supervisor or Project Manager
Ability to identify hydraulic, electrical, and structural issues on SPMTs and PPUs
Resilient and able to work under pressure, often to tight project windows and customer deadlines
Ability to work remotely from the Allelys Studley yard, often for extended periods of time

Nice to have

CPCS / NPORS / ALLMI tickets relevant to heavy-lift operations
Slinger/Signaller and Appointed Person qualifications
Manufacturer training from Goldhofer or Tii Group (Scheuerle/Kamag)
LGV Cat C+E licence with STGO experience
IPAF, PASMA, working at height, and confined space tickets
Awareness of CDM 2015 duties on site

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