Kyle Faulkner

A highly skilled professional with extensive expertise in lifting operations, including roles as an appointed person, crane supervisor, and tower crane operator. Proficient in managing complex projects with a strong focus on safety and efficiency, supported by qualifications such as IOSH, SMSTS, and NVQ Level 3 in Crane Erection. Demonstrates a commitment to workplace safety through comprehensive training in first aid, working at height, and mental health awareness. Career goals include advancing leadership roles within construction management while promoting equality and diversity in the workplace.

• Appointed Person (Lifting Operations)
• Crane Supervisor
• Slinger/Signaller
• Tower Crane Operator - Luffing & Trolley Jibs
• IOSH (Institution of Occupational Safety and Health)
• IPAF (Powered Access Licence)
• Temporary Works Coordinator
• First Aid at Work
• Working at Height
• Rescue at Height
• Mental Health Awareness Training
• NVQ Level 3 - Crane Erector
• Rope Examination Course
• Torque & Tooling Training
• Equality & Diversity Training
• Health & Safety Training
• SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme)

Appointed Person / Crane Supervisor
8 Bishopsgate – Wolffkran (Client: Lendlease)

• Worked on a landmark commercial high-rise development, involving the construction of a tall Grade A office tower with retail and public realm elements, forming a key part of the City of London skyline.
• Contributed to a high-value, multi-million-pound tower crane package on a technically complex project.
• Prepared detailed method statements for crane climbing operations, ensuring full compliance with safety and engineering standards.
• Acted in a supervisory role for tower crane erection, dismantling, and climbing operations, including complex internal climbing (TC1 configuration).
• Managed lifting operations in a high-rise, logistically constrained environment, requiring precise coordination with structural progress and surrounding works.
• Supported and coordinated temporary works associated with crane climbing systems, including ties and integration with the building structure.
• Maintained a strong working relationship with the Lendlease site team, attending weekly coordination meetings to align lifting operations with programme requirements.
• Delivered safe, efficient crane operations across all project phases on a technically demanding flagship development.

Appointed Person / Crane Supervisor
40 Leadenhall – Wolffkran (Client: Mace Group)

• Worked on a major commercial high-rise development, involving the construction of a large-scale office tower with retail space at lower levels, designed to deliver premium Grade A office accommodation in the City of London.
• Contributed to a high-value, multi-million-pound tower crane package across a complex multi-crane site.
• Acted as Appointed Person for crane climbing operations, responsible for planning, sequencing, and safe execution of all climbing activities.
• Involved in the erection and dismantling of multiple tower cranes, operating within tight logistical constraints in a dense urban environment.
• Played a key role in temporary works coordination, including crane bases, ties, and climbing systems in line with engineering and design requirements.
• Managed frequent climbing operations across several cranes, requiring detailed coordination with ongoing construction works.
• Maintained strong working relationships with the Mace Group site team, supporting programme delivery through effective communication and planning.
• Delivered operations to high safety and compliance standards on a technically demanding and fast-paced project.

Appointed Person / Crane Supervisor
Elephant and Castle – Wolffkran (Client: Multiplex)

• Worked on a major mixed-use regeneration project, involving the construction of high-rise residential towers with commercial and retail space, forming part of a large-scale redevelopment of the Elephant and Castle area.
• Contributed to a multi-million-pound tower crane package on a complex, high-density city-centre site.
• Acted as Appointed Person for all crane climbing operations, responsible for lift planning, risk assessments, and safe execution.
• Supervised tower crane erection and dismantling, ensuring all works were delivered in accordance with method statements and safety standards.
• Involved in the rigging and coordination of large mobile cranes for major lifts, including crane installations and removals.
• Supported and coordinated temporary works for crane climbing systems, including ties, bracing, and structural interfaces.
• Managed lifting operations in a logistically constrained urban environment, maintaining strong communication with the Multiplex delivery team.
• Ensured high standards of safety, efficiency, and coordination across all phases of crane operations.

Additional Experience

• In addition to the projects listed above, I have delivered a wide range of lifting operations across numerous sites, making it difficult to highlight only a select few.
• Regularly engaged on multiple projects each week, demonstrating the ability to adapt quickly to different site conditions, teams, and operational requirements.
• Extensive experience working nationwide across the UK, supporting projects in high-rise, commercial, infrastructure, and oil & gas environments.
• Proven track record of maintaining high safety, planning, and execution standards across all sectors, including safety-critical and high-risk operations within the oil & gas industry.