Plant Machinery Driver Assessor / Lifting Gear Engineers

Plant Machinery Operator Assessors / Lifting Gear Engineers

Travel Across Europe • Earn Excellent Money • Full Training Provided

Looking for a role that combines international travel, excellent earning potential, and long-term career development?

LS Professional Placements is recruiting experienced plant professionals for a unique opportunity working on major construction and infrastructure projects across Europe and Ireland.

This role is ideal for experienced Plant Operators, Plant Fitters, Plant Mechanics, Mechanical Fitters, Site Supervisors, Quarry Workers, Crane Operators, and Heavy Plant Technicians who are ready for a new challenge.

No assessor qualification is required. Full training will be provided.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Work across Ireland and Europe
• 6 – 8 months on European projects and 4-6 months on Irish projects, depending on rotation
• Rotation includes 3 weeks on and 1 week off
• Earn approximately €1,300 net per week while working on EU assignments
• Receive approximately €500 gross during your scheduled week at home
• Irish project rates of €19.00 - €24.00 per hour depending on experience
• Flights, accommodation and site transport provided during EU assignments
• Weekly pay
• Full assessor training provided
• Gain valuable international project experience
• 12-month fixed-term employment contract with long-term career prospects

Work Rotation

Enjoy a structured rotational schedule providing both travel and regular time at home.

European Rotation

3 Weeks On | 1 Week Home

While assigned to European projects, you will:

• Work on-site for three consecutive weeks
• Fly home to Ireland for one scheduled week off
• Return to project locations for the next rotation
• Benefit from flights, shared accommodation and daily site transport provided by the company

The Role

This is a specialist dual-role position combining plant operator assessment and lifting equipment inspection.

You will:

• Assess plant operators on active construction sites
• Observe operator competence, safety awareness and operating standards
• Evaluate compliance with site procedures and safe systems of work
• Conduct inspections of below-the-hook lifting equipment and lifting accessories
• Complete certification and compliance documentation
• Provide professional feedback and identify training needs
• Work alongside site management and project teams across multiple locations

Who We're Looking For

We are seeking experienced professionals who possess a strong practical understanding of plant machinery, construction operations, lifting activities and site safety.

Candidates may come from backgrounds such as:

• Heavy Plant Operations
• Plant Fitting & Mechanical Maintenance
• Construction & Civil Engineering
• Crane & Lifting Operations
• Quarrying & Mining
• Heavy Industry
• Equipment Inspection & Compliance
• Site Supervision & Foreman Roles
• Health & Safety

Particularly suitable for:

• Plant Fitters
• Plant Mechanics
• Mechanical Fitters
• Heavy Plant Technicians
• Senior Plant Operators
• Quarry Operators
• Maintenance Technicians

What You'll Need

• EU Citizenship
• Full Driving Licence
• Strong experience in plant operations, maintenance, lifting operations, construction or heavy industry
• Strong English Communication
• Good communication and report-writing skills
• Willingness to work rotational assignments across Europe
• CSCS Card or plant machinery certifications are advantageous

Important

Applicants must already have unrestricted legal rights to work in both Ireland and the EU.

Unfortunately, visa sponsorship, work permit sponsorship, or immigration support is not available for this position.