Crane Planning Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Colchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company specializing in offshore operations is seeking an experienced Crane Planning Engineer to join their team in Great Yarmouth. This role involves planning preventive maintenance activities for crane systems and ensuring the execution of tasks aligns with industry safety standards. Ideal candidates will have an HNC in Mechanical Engineering, relevant offshore certifications, and a strong technical background in crane systems and hydraulics.

Qualifications

• HNC (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering preferred.
• Experience in offshore maintenance or engineering environment.
• Proficient in SAP and computer-literate across maintenance platforms.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed work packs in SAP for maintenance activities.
• Conduct offshore site surveys to validate work scopes.
• Collaborate with Maintenance Supervisors to develop maintenance strategies.

Skills

Proficiency in SAP

Strong working knowledge of diesel engines

Knowledge of crane systems

Hydraulics expertise

Controls comprehension

Cost-awareness

Proactive approach to continuous improvement

Education

HNC in Mechanical Engineering

Offshore certifications (BOSIET/FOET with CA-EBS and valid UKOOA Medical)

Job description

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At Human Engineering, we connect skilled professionals with opportunities that move the world—literally. We're currently seeking an experienced and motivated Crane Planning Engineer to join our client’s operations team in Great Yarmouth.

This is a vital role preparing and coordinating maintenance activities for offshore crane systems, ensuring all work is executed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with industry standards.

Role Overview:

As a Crane Planning Engineer, you will be responsible for planning preventive, corrective, and exceptional maintenance activities for crane systems, including minor modifications.

Your work will support the safe and effective execution of tasks on offshore assets, aligned with HSE and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare detailed work packs in SAP, including hard copies when needed.
• Develop maintenance strategies that align with AMS standards and asset requirements.
• Collaborate with Maintenance Supervisors to identify innovative and cost-effective solutions.
• Conduct offshore site surveys (2–4 days/month) to validate work scopes and resolve queries.
• Liaise with vendors, contractors, and engineering teams to ensure accurate and effective planning.
• Maintain data integrity within maintenance systems (e.g., SAP).
• Support simultaneous operations by resolving conflicts in job execution plans.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by challenging existing standards and procedures.
• Ensure all planned work meets offshore HSE and quality expectations.
• Escalate and manage proposed engineering changes via the MOC (Management of Change) process.
• Promote a strong safety culture in all work preparations and team engagements.

What We’re Looking For:

Qualifications & Experience:

• HNC (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering (preferred)
• Offshore certifications: BOSIET/FOET with CA-EBS and valid UKOOA Medical
• Proficient in SAP and computer-literate across maintenance platforms
• Strong working knowledge of diesel engines, crane systems, hydraulics, and controls
• Demonstrated cost-awareness and a proactive approach to continuous improvement
• Experience in an offshore maintenance or engineering environment

Working Conditions:

This role is based in Great Yarmouth. Offshore visits of 2–4 days per month are expected for site surveys and planning activities.

Interested?

If you're ready to take your planning expertise offshore with a respected team, Human Engineering would love to hear from you. Apply today and be part of a high-impact role supporting critical crane operations.