Engineer Surveyor, Lift & Crane: Central London

Zurich; London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading global insurance provider in Central London seeks an Engineer Surveyor to perform inspections for lifts and cranes. This flexible role offers professional growth and the opportunity to manage your client relationships. Ideal candidates will have relevant engineering qualifications and hands-on experience. Join a company committed to diversity, well-being, and community involvement.

Benefits

Flexible schedule

Industry-leading training

Community involvement initiatives

Qualifications

• Experienced engineer with solid knowledge in engineering discipline.
• Hands-on experience in engineering, particularly with lifts and/or cranes.
• Full UK driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out statutory inspections and provide expert opinions on equipment.
• Report using rugged laptops and issue reports electronically.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

IT skills

Engineering judgment

Education

A Level 4 qualification (HND/HNC) in relevant engineering field

Relevant apprenticeship or equivalent experience

Job description

Working Hours: This role is available on a part-time, job-share, and full-time basis.

Location: Central London

Salary: Competitive salary, up to £54,394 depending on experience, plus London allowances.

Car: Essential Car User

Overview:

At Zurich, our Engineer Surveyor workforce is central to our success, serving as the ‘Face of Zurich’ to our diverse client base. We offer a flexible schedule that allows you to manage your own diary, service your client area, and develop relationships while representing Zurich Engineering.

No two days are the same; you will work in various environments and have control over your work/life balance, as we believe our people are our greatest asset.

Our Engineer Surveyor roles help you further develop your mechanical engineering skills within a market-leading engineering inspection provider.

We are expanding our skilled, field-based Engineer Surveyor team in Central London, specifically for Lift and Crane inspections.

Responsibilities:

Begin with industry-leading, bespoke training, then carry out statutory inspections, providing expert opinions on equipment to ensure clients comply with legislation and standards. You will report using rugged laptops and issue reports electronically, requiring good IT skills and high literacy. Excellent communication skills and sound engineering judgment are essential.

Qualifications and Skills:

You should be an experienced engineer with solid knowledge in your discipline, working within a multi-disciplinary inspection team. You will report to a Team Manager, based from home, with a client base within reasonable travel distance.

Ideally, you will have:

• A Level 4 qualification (HND/HNC) in a relevant engineering field
• A relevant apprenticeship or equivalent experience
• Hands-on experience in engineering, particularly with lifts and/or cranes, or related fields like manufacturing, repair, or maintenance
• A full UK driving license
• Willingness to work paid overtime

About Zurich:

We aim to be a responsible, impactful business and the best global insurer, creating a brighter future for customers, employees, and the planet. With over 55,000 employees across 170+ countries, we are a stable leader in the insurance industry.

We focus on sustainable impact, wellbeing, diversity, and continuous development. We also support community involvement through our Zurich Community Trust, which has awarded over £90 million in grants and volunteering efforts in the UK.

Our Culture:

We value community, diversity, and inclusion, striving to reflect our customers' diversity. We are committed to fair treatment and respect for all applicants and employees, regardless of background or protected characteristics.

Our environment promotes wellbeing across physical, mental, social, and financial aspects, supported by industry experts and training opportunities. We also encourage volunteering and community service through our charitable initiatives.

Join us: Make a difference, be challenged, inspired, supported, and love what you do. Work for Zurich and be part of something great.