🏗️ How to Become a Lifting Operative at Sizewell C

Lifting operatives play a key role in construction by planning and carrying out lifts to move large components like plant equipment and heavy materials safely into place.

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🔄 What Does a Lifting Operative Do?

At Sizewell C, lifting operatives will be essential for assembling parts of the nuclear power station. If you like problem-solving, working with heavy machinery, and enjoy a hands-on job, this could be the perfect career for you! Register now and explore careers in lifting operations.

🛠️ Key Skills You Need to Be a Lifting Operative

💪 Manual Handling

You’ll be moving and positioning large and heavy equipment, so knowing the safest way to do this is essential.

👀 Attention to Detail

Precision matters! A mistake in lifting operations could cause delays so it’s importance to have a focused attention to detail.

🤝 Teamwork

You’ll work closely with crane operators, engineers, and other construction workers to ensure lifts are carried out safely and efficiently.

🔍 Problem-Solving

Each lift is different. You’ll need to think quickly and adjust lifting plans to fit the situation.

🚀 Register for Young SZC to start developing these key skills today!

🎓 How to Train as a Lifting Operative at Sizewell C

📚 Required Qualifications

To start work as a lifting operative, you’ll need:

  • CPCS (A61) – Appointed Person Lifting Operations training qualification.
  • Level 5 NVQ Diploma in Controlling Lifting Operations (studied while working).

No qualifications yet? No problem! Sizewell C is developing technical training centres to help you gain the skills you need.

📢 Register now to be the first to hear about new training opportunities at Sizewell C!

📍 Where You Can Train to Be a Lifting Operative

Sizewell C partners with top colleges and training centres across the UK, including University of Suffolk, City College Norwich, East Coast College, Colchester Institute, University of East Anglia and West Suffolk College. Find the best courses near you!


🌍 Career Prospects for Lifting Operatives

Becoming a lifting operative can lead to exciting career opportunities:

  • Work on major construction projects worldwide.
  • Move into specialist roles like equipment inspection or crane operation.
  • Progress to supervisory positions in lifting and rigging operations.

🌟 Don’t miss out–sign up for the Young SZC programme and kickstart your career in lifting operations!

🔥 Why Choose Lifting Operations at Sizewell C?

  • Earn while you learn with on-the-job training as an apprentice.
  • Work on one of the UK’s biggest clean energy projects.
  • Develop skills that can take you anywhere in the construction industry.

🎯 Final Call: Register Today

Start Your Career as a Lifting Operative Today!

✨ With key skills like manual handling, teamwork and problem-solving, you’ll be set for a hands-on, well-paid career in lifting operations. Whether you start as an apprentice or gain experience on-site, Sizewell C offers fantastic opportunities to get started. Join now and take your first step towards becoming a lifting operative!

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