Stephen McGreevy
Southampton,Hampshire
Summary
Qualified Appointed Person with extensive experience in rigging and lifting operations. Supervised high-stakes projects across various Petrochemical and PowerStation sites, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and site standards. Pursues challenges that foster skill development and operational excellence.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Rigging Superintendent
TISSOT - Hinckley Point
Bridgewater, Somerset
02.2025 - Current
- Executed the superlift of the Dome for Unit 2, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Planned and supervised rigging team on spent fuel pools at Hinckley Point to ensure safe and efficient operations.
- Supervised construction of mega panels in west pool cells for HK1, ensuring quality and compliance with project specifications.
- Ensured rigging team adhered to site standards and LOLER regulations, maintaining safety and operational integrity.
- Facilitated direct contact between the company and the Tier 1 client.
Appointed Person - Lifting Superintendent
Altrad Mechanical Services - Fawley Refinery
Fawley, Hampshire
11.2021 - 01.2025
- Planned and supervised all lifting operations for mechanical maintenance across full site.
- Supported riggers to ensure compliance with site standards and LOLER regulations.
- Organised and managed works during site shutdowns to minimise downtime and ensure safety.
- Collaborated with clients to align objectives and achieve critical project targets.
Rigger/Chargehand
TEI Ltd
Various Locations
10.2020 - 10.2021
- Assisted in replacing sections of a large reactor tower and pipework at Valero to ensure project completion.
- Managed project timelines across multiple sites, including Little Barford, Ubaser, and Esso, to maintain schedule adherence.
- Coordinated tasks and resources for project teams to enhance workflow.
Rigger/Slinger
Hythe Marine - HMNB Portsmouth
Portsmouth, Hampshire
11.2019 - 10.2020
- Assisted in rigging and slinging operations for aircraft carriers, ensuring safe and efficient handling of heavy loads.
- Supported teams at Hythe Marine in maintenance tasks on naval base, contributing to operational readiness and vessel safety.
- Utilised contractor PCN pass to access HM Naval Base in Portsmouth, enabling seamless entry for ongoing projects.
Rigger
NICO Industrial services - Fawley Refinery
Fawley, Hampshire
08.2019 - 11.2019
- Conducted entry and exit operations in reactors, prioritising safety in confined spaces while managing crane placement and operation as primary rigger.
- Completed training on safety procedures for confined spaces and emergency rescue techniques, enhancing safety compliance on site.
- Managed project timelines to ensure timely completion of specialised work, facilitating project success.
Apprenticeship/Qualified Rigger
Hertel UK - Fawley Refinery
Fawley, Hampshire
09.2014 - 08.2019
- Completed four-year advanced level apprenticeship in rigging.
- Oversaw lifting operations as lifting chargehand and lift director, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Completed advanced safety course, qualifying as a safety champion to promote best practices.
- Contributed to ExxonMobil safety programme across Esso sites, enhancing overall safety standards.
Education
EAL Level 2 certificate - Preparation for working in the engineering manufacturing industry
Southampton Engineering Training Association
Millbrook, Southampton, UK09-2013
Apprenticeship - Rigging (moving loads)
Hertel
Southampton08-2019
GCSEs - Mathematics, Science, Geography, Art, English Language, English Literature, Business Studies
Noadswood Secondary School
Hythe, Southampton, UK07-2012
Level 3 Diploma - Moving Engineering Construction Loads (QCF)
ECITB
Southampton05-2017
Skills
- Lifting plan development
- Safety regulations
- Site supervision
- Project management
- Client relationship management
- Team leadership
- Adaptive problem solving
- Effective communication
Certification
- A61 Appointed person-Lifting Operations.
- A40A, Slinger/Signaller - All Types - All Duties.
- ECITB ACE Card - Level 3 Diploma in Moving Engineering Construction Loads
- CCNSG Safety Passport.
- IPAF Powered Access License, Mobile Vertical (3a), Mobile Boom (3b).
- IOSH Health and Safety certificate.
- Leading a Team Safely (LATS).
- ILM Leadership and Management.
Additional Qualifications
- Heat Exchanger/Bundle Puller Trained
- In House Trained-Counter Balance and All Terrain Forklift
- Various Working At Height Training courses
Timeline
Rigging Superintendent
TISSOT - Hinckley Point
02.2025 - Current
Appointed Person - Lifting Superintendent
Altrad Mechanical Services - Fawley Refinery
11.2021 - 01.2025
Rigger/Chargehand
TEI Ltd
10.2020 - 10.2021
Rigger/Slinger
Hythe Marine - HMNB Portsmouth
11.2019 - 10.2020
Rigger
NICO Industrial services - Fawley Refinery
08.2019 - 11.2019
Apprenticeship/Qualified Rigger
Hertel UK - Fawley Refinery
09.2014 - 08.2019
EAL Level 2 certificate - Preparation for working in the engineering manufacturing industry
Southampton Engineering Training Association
Apprenticeship - Rigging (moving loads)
Hertel
GCSEs - Mathematics, Science, Geography, Art, English Language, English Literature, Business Studies
Noadswood Secondary School
Level 3 Diploma - Moving Engineering Construction Loads (QCF)
ECITB