Engineer Surveyor Crane/Lift - Birmingham

Claire Plais - Domitille Vielle; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Engineer Surveyor to join their team. This role involves conducting high-quality inspections of lifting equipment to ensure compliance with safety standards. You will work closely with high-profile clients, producing detailed reports and providing expert advice. With a focus on integrity and customer excellence, you will contribute to a global mission of enhancing safety standards. Enjoy a competitive salary, flexible benefits, and a supportive work culture that prioritizes your professional growth and well-being.

Benefits

Car Allowance

Healthcare

Flexible Benefits

Training Investment

Annual Salary Review

25 Days Holiday

Pension Contributions

Mental Health Support

Employee Assistance Program

Life Cover

Qualifications

• Minimum NVQ4 or equivalent mechanical engineering qualification required.
• 3-5 years post-qualification experience with relevant equipment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct high-quality inspections of lifting equipment for compliance.
• Produce and deliver inspection reports for client access.

Skills

Mechanical Inspection

Client Relationship Management

Health and Safety Compliance

Education

NVQ4, City and Guilds 4, HNC, HND

LEEA qualifications

Tools

Bureau Veritas reporting tools

Job description

Role: Engineer Surveyor - Lift & Crane - Bristol

Location: Home-based with daily travel to client sites; we aim to minimize travel where possible and offer localized geographical areas.

Package: £42,148 - £45,232 pa, Car Allowance of £5,000 pa or 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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Make an impact doing work you can be proud of and contributing to a global mission to enhance safety standards with integrity. Help us create a brighter future, shaping a world of trust and a safer society for all.

Role Purpose

To carry out high-quality inspections ensuring various lifting equipment (MEWPS, HIAB, Cranes, FLTs) is compliant with current regulatory and statutory requirements under LOLER & PUWER. To operate within agreed authorities, inspection, and H&S standards with a customer-focused approach and drive to achieve excellent 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. Act as an advisor to high-profile clients and deliver 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, City and Guilds 4, HNC, HND or equivalent mechanical engineering qualification for Lift & Crane.

• LEEA qualifications are preferred alongside a relevant mechanically biased engineering qualification but are not sufficient alone.
• Minimum three to five years’ post-qualification experience working with relevant equipment.
• Current clean UK driving license.

What’s in it for you?

• Salary of £42,148 - £45,232 pa.
• £5,000 pa car allowance (company car option available).
• £2,500 one-off retention payment as a reward for your commitment—payable in December 2025! (pro-rata for new starters).
• 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays, with options to buy or sell 5 holidays, plus carry over of 5 days.
• Combined pension contributions of up to 12%.
• Annual salary review.
• Support from a designated planner for your geographical area.
• Support from your Line Manager through dedicated Area Delivery Managers (ADMs).
• Flexible benefits scheme including Life Cover, Private Healthcare, Dental Care, GymFlex, Techscheme, Enhanced Maternity/Paternity policies, Give as You Earn, and Travel Insurance.
• Health and Wellbeing Support through Mental Health First Aiders, Employee Assistance Program, and Smart Health services.
• £40,000 training investment.

Why work for Bureau Veritas?

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. We have created a supportive and engaging culture, recognized as a UK Top Employer for nine consecutive years.

At Bureau Veritas, you will benefit from a busy, varied client-facing environment working across sectors like:

Food manufacturing, Chemical manufacturing, Banking, Retail, Logistics, Power and Utilities (including Nuclear), Automotive, Public Sector, Mobile Plant, Emergency Services, Transport, and Construction.

We encourage strong client relationships, combining technical expertise with service excellence to exceed expectations.