Site Operations Assistant Oregon TF Derby Job in Kettering Recruiting by Barratt Developments

What you'll be doing? Oregon Timber Frame (OTF), one of the UK’s largest timber frame manufacturers are a division of Barratt Developments PLC, Britain’s largest housebuilder, following an acquisition in 2019. We specialise in the design, manufacture, supply and erection of structural timbers to all divisions across the Barratt Group.  Barratt are a nationally recognised 5-star housebuilder, supplying high-quality homes for all generations. That is more than any other major housebuilder. It is because we combine the brightest minds, the latest technology, and a genuine commitment to putting customers first. We want the best people in the industry to help us shape the future of house building. We are building an organisation where anyone with drive and talent can pursue the career they want. We are building a culture where anyone, regardless of gender, race, sexuality, disability, background or any other characteristic, can progress and be proud to work for us. Job Purpose: To co-ordinate and order cranes for site and organise all other associated paperwork to ensure we have a fully managed process for crane erection of structural timber frames on each site. To co-ordinate site operations to ensure sites are ready to receive crane and timber frame to programme. Are the main liaison between crane companies and Oregon site teams. To undertake any other duties and responsibilities that are within the scope and job purpose as requested by your Line Manager. Key Responsibilities: Liaise with Factory Production Controllers to: Agree delivery plans. Co-ordinate the delivery of the kit with site teams and erectors. Communicate delivery plans to site teams and erectors. Lift Plans Create Lift Plan documentation. Issue to our site teams for completion. Cranes Maintain Crane Master Log. Order and amend cranes in agreement with Production Control and site teams ensuring dates and crane sizes are correct. Ensure any Site Instructions for larger cranes are agreed by Client and paperwork approved by Commercial Department Issue crane sheet. Sign Offs Send daily update to our site teams showing outstanding check sheets. Monitor scaffold email and update Crane Master Log timeously. Ensure scaffold sign-off checks are received on time and chase missing items prior to deadline. Liaise with Production Control to ensure they have up to date information at all times. Attend regular Site Meetings to discuss program with Site Management Team. Health and Safety Work closely with our Health and Safety team/sub-contractors to ensure all works are getting carried out safely and according to RAMS. Weather Check weather reports at regular intervals for forthcoming kits and report findings. Continuous Improvement Work in quality and continuous improvement teams to identify and implement better kit delivery and erect processes. What you'll need? Key Personnel Skills: Excellent communication skills. Basic understanding of computer usage in word and excel in particular. Have good knowledge and hands-on experience of modern methods of construction in timber frame. Committed with ability to demonstrate organisational and interpersonal skills. Personal drive with a “can do” attitude. Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision. Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner. Commercial awareness and ability to focus on ensuring total customer satisfaction. Desirable Skills: Experience of working and a good understanding of crane operating practices and procedures. A sound appreciation of Health & Safety practices on site. Qualifications: Crane Operations Certified to either Lift Supervisor and/or Appointed Person level Valid CSCS card – professional level. You must have a current driving licence and use of a personal car for work related usage. The car must be insured for business use. This job description is current at the time of issue. Variation may occur to these duties to reflect changes in, or to, company procedures and will be advised to you by your line manager. Our Company and Benefits We’ve been nationally recognised as a 5 star housebuilder since 2009 for supplying high-quality homes for all generations. That’s more than any other major housebuilder. It’s because we combine the brightest minds, the latest technology, and a genuine commitment to putting customers first. We want the best people in the industry to help us shape the future of building. We have tailored opportunities for apprentices, graduates, experienced professionals and ex-Armed Forces personnel to come and help us stay one step ahead, and build the homes that Britain needs. Barratt adopts a hybrid way of working which assumes that where roles allow, our office-based colleagues divide their time between working in the office, on our construction sites and sales offices, and working from home, as the role dictates. We recognise the many benefits that an effective hybrid working culture brings to both the Company and our colleagues. We are building an organisation where anyone with drive and talent can pursue the career they want. We are building a culture where anyone, regardless of gender, race, sexuality, disability, background or any other characteristic, can progress and be proud to work for us. As part of working for Barratt Developments PLC and specifically for this role we offer: Competitive Salary Competitive Bonus Scheme Annual Health Assessment 26 days’ holiday (increase by 1 day for every 3 years’ continuous service up to 29 days) Choice of Flexible Benefits Enhanced Family Friendly Policies Private Medical Insurance - Single Cover