SPMT Operator
Location: UK Wide
Allelys are a heavy lift, transport and installation specialist and our role is to bridge the gap between the country’s green objectives and the critical infrastructure required to meet these targets. It’s more complex than just owning an equipment fleet – our knowledge and expertise directly impact the tangible delivery of a greener future
We are looking to recruit an SPMT Operator to operate 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 working on various projects across UK and Ireland.
Duties:
* Operating 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.
* 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:
* 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)
* 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.
Desirable Skills:
* CPCS / NPORS / ALLMI tickets relevant to heavy-lift operations.
* Slinger/Signaller and Appointed Person qualifications.
* LGV Cat C+E licence with STGO experience.
* IPAF, PASMA, working at height, and confined space tickets.
* Awareness of CDM 2015 duties on site.
* Strong communication and collaboration skills
* Proactive approach to problem solving