Engineer Surveyor - Crane

JR United Kingdom; Thurso; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks an Engineer Surveyor based in Thurso to conduct inspections on lifting equipment such as cranes and HIABs. The role offers a competitive salary with various allowances and benefits, including flexible working support and professional development opportunities. Ideal candidates will have strong engineering qualifications and relevant experience in mechanical inspection.

Benefits

25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Flexible benefits scheme including Healthcare and Dental Care

Annual Salary review

Health and Wellbeing Support

Support from designated planner for geographical area

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years post-qualification experience in relevant equipment.
• Current Clean UK driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out high-quality inspections of lifting equipment.
• Produce and deliver inspection reports using best-in-class tools.
• Act as an advisor to high-profile clients.

Skills

Inspection

Customer Focus

Regulatory Compliance

Education

NVQ4, HNC, HND or equivalent mechanical engineering qualification

LEEA qualifications

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Role: Engineer Surveyor - Crane - Thurso - £8,000 location allowance

Location: Home based with daily travel to client sites. We aim to minimise travel where possible and offer localised geographical areas. Two weeks per month at a fixed site, then other local work in Islands / Inverness areas.

Package: £40,092 - £43,176 pa, £8,000 location allowance, Car Allowance of £5,000 pa / Company Car, one-off retention payment of up to £2,500, Fuel Card, OT available, Up to 12% Pension, Healthcare, and other Flexible benefits.

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Role Purpose

To carry out high-quality inspections ensuring various lifting equipment (MEWPS, HIAB, Cranes, FLTs) complies with current regulatory and statutory requirements under LOLER & PUWER. To operate within agreed authorities, inspection, and H&S standards with a clear customer focus and drive to achieve optimal service delivery.

To produce and deliver inspection reports using Bureau Veritas's best-in-class tools for on-site reporting and immediate client access, keeping abreast of changes in standards and legislation. Acting as an advisor to high-profile clients and delivering customer excellence in a professional, friendly, and authoritative manner.

What does it take to apply?

Bureau Veritas holds several accreditations including UKAS accreditation, SAFed membership, and SAFed Standard SS01 compliance.

Candidate requirements for Mechanical Inspection roles:

• Minimum NVQ4, HNC, HND, or equivalent mechanical engineering qualification
• LEEA qualifications are preferred alongside a relevant mechanically biased engineering qualification
• Minimum three to five years post-qualification experience with relevant discipline-specific equipment
• Current Clean UK driving license

What's in it for you?

• Salary of £40,092 - £43,176 per annum
• 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays, with options to buy or sell 5 holidays and carry over 5 days
• Combined pension contributions of up to 12%
• £2,500 one-off retention payment (pro-rata for new starters), payable in December 2025
• Annual Salary review
• Support from a designated planner for your geographical area
• Line Manager support through dedicated Area Delivery Managers (ADMs)
• Flexible benefits scheme including Life Cover, Private Healthcare, Dental Care, GymFlex, Techscheme, Enhanced Maternity/Paternity, Give as You Earn, & Travel Insurance
• Health and Wellbeing Support: Mental Health First Aiders, Employee Assistance Programme, Smart Health services

Why work for Bureau Veritas?

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. We have created a supportive and engaging culture, where individuals can fulfill their potential. We are a UK Top Employer for nine consecutive years.

Work in a busy, varied client-facing environment with market leaders across sectors such as Food and Chemical manufacturing, Banking, Retail, Logistics, Power and Utilities (including Nuclear), Automotive, Public Sector, Mobile Plant, Emergency Services, Transport, and Construction.

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