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.

Duties:

• 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. Reporting any equipment malfunctions, damage or defects, near-misses, incidents or accidents to the Site Supervisor and/or Project Manager / Operations Manager.
• 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

Essential Skills Required:

• 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.

Desirable Skills:

• 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.