Crane Planning Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected engineering firm is seeking a Crane Planning Engineer to manage offshore crane maintenance activities. This role involves extensive planning responsibilities and requires expertise in mechanical engineering and offshore certifications. You will ensure effective operation and adherence to safety standards while coordinating critical maintenance tasks.

Qualifications

• Experience in offshore maintenance or engineering environment.
• Demonstrated proactive approach to continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Plan preventive and corrective maintenance activities for crane systems.
• Collaborate with Maintenance Supervisors for cost-effective solutions.
• Conduct offshore site surveys to validate work scopes.

Skills

Proficient in SAP

Mechanical Engineering

Cost-awareness

Strong working knowledge of diesel engines

Crane systems

Hydraulics

Education

HNC in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

BOSIET/FOET with CA-EBS

Valid UKOOA Medical

Job description

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.

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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.

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Created on 04/06/2025 by JR United Kingdom