Crane Planning Engineer

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

Job summary

Une entreprise de renom cherche un Ingénieur de Planification de Grues pour rejoindre son équipe à Preston. Le candidat sera responsable de la préparation et de la coordination des activités de maintenance pour des systèmes de grues offshore, garantissant la conformité aux normes HSE et de qualité. Les responsabilités incluent la planification des travaux, le soutien aux opérations simultanées, et la promotion d'une culture de sécurité positive. Si vous possédez des compétences en ingénierie mécanique et une expérience offshore, postulez dès aujourd'hui pour relever ce défi passionnant.

Qualifications

• HNC ou équivalent en ingénierie mécanique.
• Certifications offshore : BOSIET/FOET avec CA-EBS.
• Expérience en environnement de maintenance offshore.

Responsibilities

• Planifier et coordonner les activités de maintenance pour les systèmes de grues.
• Collaborer avec les superviseurs de maintenance pour identifier des solutions novatrices.
• Réaliser des enquêtes sur site offshore (2-4 jours/mois) pour valider les périmètres de travail.

Skills

SAP

Hydraulics

Maintenance planning

Problem-solving

Cost-awareness

Education

HNC in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

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Crane Planning Engineer, Preston, Lancashire

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Location: Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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 Preston.

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.