Crane Technician

Autoskills-Uk; Coatbridge; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Autoskills-Uk in Coatbridge is looking for a Crane Technician to maintain and diagnose four rail-mounted gantry cranes. The role involves servicing, fault diagnosis, repairs, and hands-on commissioning, with a strong emphasis on safety and compliance with LOLER/PUWER standards.

The candidate should have a strong mechanical and/or electrical background, excellent problem-solving skills, and a commitment to high safety standards.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical and/or electrical background.
• Excellent problem-solving ability.
• Commitment to maintaining high safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance on cranes.
• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical faults efficiently.
• Perform repairs, component replacements, and adjustments to ensure equipment remains operational and compliant.
• Conduct inspections in line with LOLER and PUWER regulations.
• Support commissioning, testing, and handover of cranes and lifting systems.
• Complete service reports, inspection documents, and maintenance records accurately.
• Liaise with customers and site teams professionally.
• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with company procedures and health & safety legislation.
• Maintain tools, company vehicle, and equipment in good condition.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and operational efficiency.

Skills

Mechanical background

Electrical background

Job description

Crane Technician

Coatbridge

Shift Patten = 4On 4Off Days and Nights Rotating.

Days = £47,080 Basic + Overtime

Nights = £52,182 Basic + Overtime

To carry out the inspection, servicing, maintenance, fault diagnosis, repair, and operational support of four rail mounted gantry cranes in a safe, efficient, and professional manner.The role requires a strong mechanical and/or electrical background, excellent problem-solving ability, and a commitment to maintaining high safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance on cranes..
• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical faults efficiently.
• Perform repairs,component replacements, and adjustments to ensure equipment remains operational and compliant.
• Conduct inspections in line with LOLER and PUWER regulations.
• Support commissioning, testing, and handover of cranes and lifting systems.
• Complete service reports, inspection documents, and maintenance records accurately.
• Liaise with customers and site teams professionally.
• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with company procedures and health & safety legislation.
• Maintaintools, company vehicle, and equipment in good condition.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and operational efficiency.

I would be extending the search to heavy plant mechanics and maintenance engineers also as the skills are transferable.