Engineer Surveyor, Lift & Crane: Glasgow

婵物捨; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Zurich Engineering seeks a Lift and Crane Engineer Surveyor in Glasgow to carry out hands-on statutory inspections and provide expert opinions on equipment. The role offers a flexible work schedule and a competitive package, including a company car and numerous employee benefits.

Benefits

Company car

12% company pension contribution

Annual bonus scheme

Private health care

Income protection scheme

25 days annual leave plus 2 for development

16 weeks fully paid leave for new parents

3 paid volunteering days

Comprehensive Employee Support Programme

Flexible employee benefits

Qualifications

• Experienced engineer with a sound knowledge of engineering principles.
• Background in manufacturing/repair/maintenance or Armed Forces is an advantage.
• Full valid UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct statutory inspections and complete examination reports.
• Manage your own diary to service clients effectively.
• Communicate findings and make sound engineering judgments.

Skills

Engineering principles

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Level 3 (ONC or similar) in a relevant engineering field

Level 4 (HND/HNC or equivalent) preferred

Job description

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

Location: Glasgow

Salary: Total Package value of over £65,000, including a competitive salary of up to £54,394,depending on experience.

Car: Company car provided – wide choice with option to upgrade at additional cost

So what’s it all about?

At Zurich, our Engineer Surveyor workforce is central to our continued success, being the ‘Face of Zurich’ to our large and varied client base. No two days will ever be the same, and you’ll work in a variety of interesting environments, inspecting a wide range of equipment. You’ll find a fully flexible offering, meaning you can manage your own diary to service your client area.

Our Engineer Surveyor roles allow you to develop your mechanical engineering skills further and work for a market-leading engineering inspection provider.

Zurich Engineering is looking to expand our highly skilled, field-based, Engineer Surveyor team, and we currently have a vaca ncy in the Glasgow areafor a Lift and Crane Engineer Surveyor.

What’s in it for me?

Everyone’s different. That’s why at Zurich, we offer a wide range of employee benefits so our people can choose what fits them and their life. Our benefits provide real flexibility so our people can make considered choices and tailor their benefits throughout the year, these include, but are not limited to:

• Company car – choose from a range of EV and plug-in hybrid vehicles
• 12% company pension contribution, regardless of employee contribution
• Annual bonus scheme
• Private health care
• Income protection scheme
• Life cover – a minimum of 4 times salary
• A range of wellbeing benefits, including access to a virtual GP and discounted gym membership
• Your travel time is included in your working week
• 25 days of annual leave, plus two days for professional development. You’ll also have the option to buy up to 20 days additional holiday, or sell some back
• 16 weeks of fully paid maternity, paternity or adoption leave
• Salary sacrifice car scheme for additional household car
• 3 paid volunteering days each year
• A range of discounts with preferred suppliers
• A comprehensive Employee Support Programme
• Potential to earn overtime

Follow the link for more information about our benefits - Employee benefits | Working at Zurich Insurance UK

What will I be doing?

You’ll start with our industry-leading, bespoke training. After that, you’ll be in your own work area, carrying out hands-on statutory inspections, providing your expert opinion on a wide range of equipment, enabling our clients to comply with all relevant legislation and to the exacting standards both we and our clients demand.

Following inspection, you’ll need to complete an examination report, issued electronically to our clients, so good IT skills and high levels of literacy are required. You will be an excellent communicator, and confident in your ability to make sound engineering judgements.

You will be part of a multi-disciplined inspection team within your geographic area. You will report to a Team Manager , with your client base a reasonable travelling distance from your home address. We’ll give you all the tools and equipment you need to do the job.

What skills/experience will I have?

• You will be an experienced engineer with a sound knowledge of engineering principles.
• A background working in industry, e.g. manufacturing / repair / maintenance / motor industry /Armed Forces. A knowledge of lifts and/or crane equipment would be an advantage.

• You will have excellent time management skills, as you will be responsible for organising your working week.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• A full valid UK driving licence.
• Incorporated Engineer (desirable).

Qualification requirements:

• Minimum of a Level 3 (ONC or similar) in a relevant engineering field – Level 4 (HND/HNC or equivalent) preferred. If Level 3, full training will be offered to bring you up to Level 4
• Time-served or Modern Apprenticeship is desirable.

As an inclusive employer we want to ensure that all candidates feel comfortable and are able to perform at their best during the interview. You’ll have the opportunity to let us know of any reasonable adjustment or practical support needed when you apply.

Who we are:

At Zurich we aspire to be one of the most responsible and impactful businesses in the world and the best global insurer. Together we’re creating a brighter future for our customers, our people and our planet.

With over 55,000 employees in more than 170 countries , you’ll feel the support of being part of a strong and stable company who are a long-standing player in the insurance industry.

We’ve made a promise to each other and every employee; to focus on sustainable impact, to care about each other’s wellbeing, to use our diverse expertise to be curious and optimistic and to develop the skills needed for our future.

If you're interested in working in a dynamic and challenging environment for a company that recognises and rewards your creativity, initiatives and contributions - then Zurich could be just the place for you. Be part of something great.

Our Culture

At Zurich, our sense of community is strong and we’re particularly passionate about diversity and inclusion, which we’ve won numerous awards for. We want our people to bring the whole of themselves to work and ensure everybody is made to feel welcome, regardless of their background, beliefs or culture. We want our employees to reflect the diversity of our customers, and so are committed to treating all of our applicants fairly and with respect, irrespective of their actual or assumed background, disability or any other protected characteristic.

We’ve an environment that places a real importance on our people’s wellbeing from a physical, mental, social and financial perspective. We work with our wellbeing partners and industry experts to provide the best advice and access to a wealth of lifestyle support. We’re also committed to continuous improvement and we offer access to a comprehensive range of training and development opportunities.

We’re passionate about supporting employees to help others by getting involved in volunteering, charitable and community activity. Our charitable arm,Zurich Community Trust, is one of the longest-established corporate trusts in the UK. In that time, we’ve awarded grants and volunteered time to deserving causes in the UK valued at over £90 million.

Somake a difference. Be challenged. Be inspired. Be supported. Love what you do. Work for us.