Richie Kelly
Kilburn,ENG
Summary
Experienced and safety-conscious Crane Supervisor, with 29 years' experience as a Slinger/Signaller, also 18 years' experience as a Crane Supervisor (Blue Card). Appointed Person Blue card. I have extensive experience in large scale, commercial and tunnel projects. I have worked and gained experience on some of the most prestigious projects within the M25.
Experienced Crane Supervisor known for ensuring smooth and safe operations on construction sites. Skilled in coordinating teams, maintaining equipment, and implementing safety protocols. Achievements include reducing downtime and improving project timelines through streamlined processes and proactive problem-solving.
Hardworking construction professional skilled in supervising and motivating committed site teams. Plans staff and resources strategically to achieve project targets. Inspects and monitors work progress to deliver timely, quality results.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work history
Crane Supervisor
Radius Cranes-West London
Harrow, London, England
12.2022 - 02.2025
- Crane Supervisor on a fit out for Ellmers Construction in Welbeck St W1.
- Single Tower crane and 2 beam hoists.
- Organising Deliveries / unloading by crane on a busy 1 way street off Oxford St.
- Dealing with traffic Management, various sub contractors, and their Crane deliveries.
- Crane Supervisor on a multi Crane development for L&Q housing in Harrow Weald (2022 - 2025). overseeing all aspects of the Lifting Team and subcontractors lifting team and lifting equipment.
- Directed lifting operations to ensure proper procedures were followed at all times.
- Coordinated crane operations for efficient material relocation.
- Improved site safety with detailed risk assessments.
- Actively contributed towards developing annual budgets for crane department reducing unnecessary expenditures.
- Maintained high standards of health and safety by enforcing strict adherence to company policies.
- Ensured compliance with local regulations by maintaining up-to-date knowledge about industry standards.
- Fostered positive rapport among team members, promoting overall job satisfaction and morale.
- Assisted in recruitment process of new personnel, providing valuable industry insights.
Crane Supervisor
Radius Cranes-West London
Harrow, London, England
12.2022 - 02.2025
- Crane Supervisor on a fit out for Ellmers Construction in Welbeck St W1.
- Single Tower crane and 2 beam hoists.
- Organising Deliveries / unloading by crane on a busy 1 way street off Oxford St.
- Dealing with traffic Management, various sub contractors, and their Crane deliveries.
- Crane Supervisor on a multi Crane development for L&Q housing in Harrow Weald (2022 - 2025). overseeing all aspects of the Lifting Team and subcontractors lifting team and lifting equipment.
- Directed lifting operations to ensure proper procedures were followed at all times.
- Coordinated crane operations for efficient material relocation.
- Improved site safety with detailed risk assessments.
- Actively contributed towards developing annual budgets for crane department reducing unnecessary expenditures.
- Maintained high standards of health and safety by enforcing strict adherence to company policies.
- Ensured compliance with local regulations by maintaining up-to-date knowledge about industry standards.
- Fostered positive rapport among team members, promoting overall job satisfaction and morale.
- Assisted in recruitment process of new personnel, providing valuable industry insights.
Crane Supervisor / Appointed Person
L&Q
06.2017 - 04.2021
- Worked on L&Q The Hyde Hendon initially as a Crane Supervisor then as an Appointed Person.
- The Job involved looking after 4 Tower Cranes and 8/10 Slinger/Signallers.
- My job was to make sure the correct Lift Plans were in place and that the were implemented properly.
Crane Supervisor / Appointed Person
L&Q
06.2017 - 04.2021
- Worked on L&Q The Hyde Hendon initially as a Crane Supervisor then as an Appointed Person.
- The Job involved looking after 4 Tower Cranes and 8/10 Slinger/Signallers.
- My job was to make sure the correct Lift Plans were in place and that the were implemented properly.
Lead Crane Supervisor
01.2012 - 12.2016
- Lead Crane Supervisor on various CrossRail sites Plant up to 40 Ton including Plumstead, Dean St, Goslet Yard, Davies St and Fisher St.
- Duties Included: Writing weekly reports on Crane activity.
- Holding daily briefings and Toolbox Talks with Crane Drivers and Slinger Signallers.
- Overseeing the slinging of heavy plan rub in and out of Pit bottom (Plant up to 40 Ton).
- Checking lifting equipment and recording findings in weekly register.
- Ensuring all aspects of lifting is covering by RAMS and permits to work.
Lead Crane Supervisor
01.2012 - 12.2016
- Lead Crane Supervisor on various CrossRail sites Plant up to 40 Ton including Plumstead, Dean St, Goslet Yard, Davies St and Fisher St.
- Duties Included: Writing weekly reports on Crane activity.
- Holding daily briefings and Toolbox Talks with Crane Drivers and Slinger Signallers.
- Overseeing the slinging of heavy plan rub in and out of Pit bottom (Plant up to 40 Ton).
- Checking lifting equipment and recording findings in weekly register.
- Ensuring all aspects of lifting is covering by RAMS and permits to work.
Crane Supervisor, Slinger/Signaller
BYRNE BROS Formwork
01.2005 - 12.2010
- Duties Included: Attaching and slinging loads and directing the Crane Operator in the movement of loads.
- Giving guidance on lifting operations when required.
- Ensuring all Slinger/Signallers are familiarised and competent.
Crane Supervisor, Slinger/Signaller
BYRNE BROS Formwork
01.2005 - 12.2010
- Duties Included: Attaching and slinging loads and directing the Crane Operator in the movement of loads.
- Giving guidance on lifting operations when required.
- Ensuring all Slinger/Signallers are familiarised and competent.
Education
A-Level or equivalent -
Skills
- CDM
- SAFETY TRAINING
- TRAINING
- SITE SAFETY
- OPERATIONS
- Overseeing Lifting Operations
- Safe Systems of work
- Tower Cranes
- Crawler Cranes
- Mobile Cranes
- Health and Safety plan
- Lifting Operations
- Leadership qualities
- Communication skills
- Site Safety meetings
- Lifting techniques
- Efficient delegation
- Work hour flexibility
Additional information
Overseeing Lifting Operations in accordance with BS: 1721, LOLER, PUWER., Experience in Safe Systems of work for Tower Cranes, Crawler Cranes and visiting Mobile Cranes., Familiar with relevant parts of the projects Health and Safety plan, where Lifting Operations are to be carried out on a site where CDM regulations apply., Ability to work closely with Appointed Person in order to carry out instruction and supervision as is necessary., Good leadership qualities and communication skills at all levels., Attend Site Safety meetings with positive input and suggestions., C.P.C.S. 00486020 Crane Supervisor (Blue Card), 2026-07-31, Appointed Person (Blue Card), 2026-07-31, C.P.C.S Slinger Signaller (Blue Card), 2026-07-31, Crane Rescue and working at height, 2026-07-31, 3 Year Safety Critical Medical, 2026-07-31
Personal Information
Title: Crane Supervisor/ Appointed Person (BLUE)
Project
Jubilee line Extension Slinger Arsenal Football Ground Slinger BBC Regent St. Slinger One New Change Crane Supervisor/ Slinger Thamesmead, Bristol Crane Supervisor/ Slinger Olympic Village Crane Supervisor CrossRail, Plumstead Crane Supervisor CrossRail (Various London sites) Crane Supervisor/ Slinger Tunnel and Fit out Crane Supervisor L&Q The Hyde Hendon Appointed Person/ Crane Supervisor Elmers Construction Welbeck St London all aspects of Crane Supervision. Crane Supervision for L&Q Harrow Weald on 2 year project.
Timeline
Crane Supervisor
Radius Cranes-West London
12.2022 - 02.2025
Crane Supervisor
Radius Cranes-West London
12.2022 - 02.2025
Crane Supervisor / Appointed Person
L&Q
06.2017 - 04.2021
Crane Supervisor / Appointed Person
L&Q
06.2017 - 04.2021
Lead Crane Supervisor
01.2012 - 12.2016
Lead Crane Supervisor
01.2012 - 12.2016
Crane Supervisor, Slinger/Signaller
BYRNE BROS Formwork
01.2005 - 12.2010
Crane Supervisor, Slinger/Signaller
BYRNE BROS Formwork
01.2005 - 12.2010