Engineer Surveyor, Lift & Crane: North London/Hertfordshire

Zurich 56 Company Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm based in the United Kingdom is seeking an Engineer Surveyor for North London/Hertfordshire. The role offers flexibility with part-time, job-share, and full-time options. Responsibilities include conducting inspections and providing expert opinions, all while managing a diverse client base. Candidates should possess a Level 4 qualification in engineering, a valid UK driving licence, and a willingness to work overtime. This position also includes a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

12% defined non-contributory pension scheme

Annual company bonus

Access to private medical insurance

25 days holiday a year

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• Experience working with lifts and/or crane equipment preferred.
• Full, valid UK driving licence required.
• Willingness to work paid overtime.

Responsibilities

• Complete statutory inspections and provide expert opinions.
• Utilize rugged laptop for reporting and documentation.
• Make sound engineering judgements.

Skills

Sound knowledge of engineering discipline

Hands-on experience in engineering discipline

Good IT skills

Effective communication

Education

Level 4 qualification (HND/HNC)

Time-served or Modern Apprenticeship

Job description

Engineer Surveyor, Lift & Crane: North London/Hertfordshire

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

Location: North London / Hertfordshire

Salary: Total Package value of over £65,000, including a competitive salary of up to £55,917, depending on experience.

What the role involves

At Zurich, our Engineer Surveyor workforce is central to our continued success, being the ‘Face of Zurich’ to our large and varied client base. You’ll find a fully flexible offering that means you can manage your own diary to service your own client area, allowing you to broker and develop your relationships while representing Zurich Engineering.

No two days will ever be the same – you’ll work in a variety of interesting environments and you will have control over your own work/life balance, as we believe our people are what makes us successful.

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 vacancy for the North London area for a Lift and Crane Engineer Surveyor.

Key responsibilities:

• Complete industry‑leading bespoke training and swiftly move to carrying out hands‑on statutory inspections.
• Provide expert opinions 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.
• Report back using a rugged laptop and issue electronic reports to our clients – good IT skills and high levels of literacy are required.
• Communicate effectively and make sound engineering judgements.

Skills & qualifications required

• Sound knowledge of your engineering discipline as part of our multi‑disciplined inspection team within your geographic area.
• Experience as an engineer with a Level 4 qualification (HND / HNC etc.) in a relevant engineering field – minimum Level 3. Training will be offered to bring you up to competency and qualification level.
• Either a time‑served or Modern Apprenticeship.
• Hands‑on experience in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Background in working with lifts and/or crane equipment – hands‑on experience in manufacturing, repair, maintenance, mechanical or motor trade is an advantage.
• A full, valid UK driving licence.
• Willingness and ability to work paid overtime.

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.

Benefits

Financials

• 12% defined non‑contributory pension scheme.
• Annual company bonus.
• Income protection.
• Life cover – four times your salary.

Time away

• 25 days holiday a year plus bank holidays.
• Option to swap UK bank holidays for days off that have cultural or religious significance.
• Option to buy up to an additional 20 days or sell some of your holiday.
• Three days paid volunteering.
• Up to 16 weeks full pay for maternity, paternity and adoption leave.

Health & wellbeing

• Access to private medical insurance.
• Virtual GP appointments.
• Discounted gym membership.
• Free flu jab.
• Access to a wealth of support from wellbeing partners.

Corporate social responsibility

• Creating a brighter, more sustainable future underpins all we do here at Zurich. We were the first insurer to sign the ‘UN Business Ambition for 1.5˚C’ pledge.
• Our charitable arm, Zurich Community Trust, has awarded grants and volunteered time to deserving causes in the UK valued at over £90 million.

About us

At Zurich we aspire to be one of the most responsible and impactful businesses in the world and the best global insurer. With over 55,000 employees in more than 170 countries, you’ll feel the support of being part of a strong and stable company that is a long‑standing player in the insurance industry.

We’re passionate about supporting employees to help others by getting involved in volunteering, charitable and community activity. Our culture is strong, particularly around diversity and inclusion – we want our people to bring their whole selves to work and ensure everyone feels welcome, regardless of background, beliefs or culture.

Equal opportunity statement

All applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, colour, disability, family or marital status, gender or gender identity, ethnic or national origin, marital status, religious, political or other affiliation. All employees and applicants are treated fairly and with respect, irrespective of any protected characteristic, disability or other status.