Crane Technician / Crane Maintenance Service Engineer

AWD online; Newbury; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering services company in England is seeking a skilled Crane Technician to provide maintenance and repair services for cranes and lifting equipment. The ideal candidate will have mechanical or electrical qualifications and proven experience in industrial machinery. This mobile role involves routine inspections, diagnostics, and excellent customer service. Competitive salary with plenty of overtime opportunities. Join a supportive team with opportunities for progression.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Fully equipped company van and tools

Ongoing training

Pension scheme

Holiday pay

Qualifications

• Proven experience working with cranes, lifting equipment, or industrial machinery.
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Service, maintain, and repair overhead cranes, hoists, and lifting equipment.
• Carry out routine inspections and LOLER examinations.
• Diagnose faults and perform on-site troubleshooting.

Skills

Experience with cranes

Problem-solving skills

Customer service

Education

Mechanical and/or electrical qualifications (NVQ, City & Guilds)

Job description

JOB OVERVIEW

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a skilled and experienced Crane Technician / Crane Maintenance Service Engineer with experience servicing, maintaining and repairing cranes, hoists, lifting equipment and / or industrial machinery.

Working as a Crane Technician / Crane Maintenance Service Engineer you will provide expert maintenance, repair, and inspection services across the South East of England.

This is a mobile / field-based role and joining the company as a Crane Technician / Crane Maintenance Service Engineer you will need to have a strong mechanical and / or electrical background in crane systems or heavy industrial equipment.

If have the required experience looking for a new challenge in a dynamic company we would like to hear from you.

APPLY TODAY

If this job looks like your ideal position, then please send in your CV as soon as possible for our Recruitment Team to review.

DUTIES

Your duties as a Crane Technician / Crane Maintenance Service Engineer will include :

• Service, maintain, and repair overhead cranes, hoists, and lifting equipment
• Carry out routine inspections and LOLER examinations in accordance with regulations
• Diagnose faults and perform on-site troubleshooting and repairs
• Complete detailed service reports and customer documentation
• Deliver excellent customer service on-site
• Work independently or alongside a team depending on the project

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

Essential

• Proven experience working with cranes, lifting equipment, or industrial machinery
• Mechanical and / or electrical qualifications (NVQ, City & Guilds, or equivalent)
• LOLER / PUWER knowledge and understanding of H&S regulations
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills
• Full UK driving licence (essential)
• Flexibility to travel within the South East region and work occasional overtime

Desirable

• LEEA certification or similar lifting equipment training
• Experience working in utilities, construction, or industrial sectors

BENEFITS

• Competitive base salary with plenty of overtime opportunities
• Fully equipped company van and tools
• Ongoing training and development
• Pension scheme, holiday pay, and other benefits
• Supportive team environment with room for progression