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Position: Slingers & Slinging Supervisor – Marine Docking Project

Job ID: 936/281

Location: Rosyth, Scotland

Job Type: Contract 

Rate/Salary:

Slingers (Days): £32 per hour (12-hour shifts, all hours paid incl. OT)

Slingers (Nights): £37 per hour (12-hour shifts, all hours paid incl. OT)

Supervisor (Days/Nights): £40 per hour (all hours paid incl. OT)

Type: Contract (September 2025 – February 2026)

HSB Technical Ltd is a leading specialist recruiter operating across the Power & Propulsion, Shipbuilding, Shipping & Energy, and Aerospace sectors. With a wide range of permanent and contract opportunities available both in the UK and internationally, we pride ourselves on connecting skilled professionals with reputable clients. To learn more about us and our current vacancies, please visit our website or connect with us on LinkedIn.

We are currently recruiting for a team of experienced Slingers and a Slinging Supervisor to support a major dry docking period on HMS Queen Elizabeth, starting in September 2025 and running through February 2026. The project will take place at Rosyth Dockyard, working 12-hour shifts on either days or nights.

Key Responsibilities for the Slingers & Supervisor:

Perform slinging and lifting duties in line with lifting plans and safety standards

Ensure all loads are secured and moved safely using cranes and lifting equipment

Support various marine and engineering work packages during the docking project

Carry out toolbox talks, risk assessments, and ensure compliance with HSE procedures (Supervisor)

Coordinate lifting activities and team deployment (Supervisor role only)

Work closely with rigging teams, crane operators, and other marine disciplines

Maintain accurate records and communication with site management (Supervisor)

Essential Skills & Qualifications of the Slingers & Supervisor:

Valid Slinger/Signaller certification (NPORS, CPCS, or equivalent)

Previous experience in shipbuilding, naval refit, or heavy industrial lifting operations

Strong understanding of lifting operations and safe working practices

Supervisor candidates must have previous experience leading a slinging team on similar high-profile projects

Ability to work effectively on 12-hour shifts in a high-security environment

Must be eligible to work in the UK and willing to undergo MOD clearance where required

This position is being advertised by HSB Technical Ltd, an REC (Recruitment and Employment Confederation) registered recruitment consultancy. We have been appointed to manage the recruitment process on behalf of our client

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