Engineer Surveyor - Lift & Crane - Sutton Coldfield/Tamworth

Allianz; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global insurance company is seeking an Engineer Surveyor to inspect lifts and cranes at client sites. Key responsibilities include compliance assessments, reporting, and client interaction. The ideal candidate will have NVQ Level 3 or higher in a mechanical subject and a valid UK driving license. This position offers a starting salary of £44,213, hybrid working, a company car, and various benefits including performance-related bonuses and incremental salary increases.

Benefits

Incremental salary increases for the first 2 years

Annual performance related bonus

Contributory pension scheme

Travel time included within working week

Discounts on insurance products

Qualifications

• Up to date knowledge of compliance related to Lift and Crane discipline.
• Ability to take responsibility and make decisions.
• Comfortable with using electronic reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Carry out inspections of plant and equipment.
• Prepare examination reports post-inspection.
• Work alongside Engineer Surveyor Team.

Skills

Knowledge of compliance and regulatory rules related to Lift and Crane discipline

Effective planning and organization skills

Strong customer interaction skills

Ability to travel within allocated work area

Self-driven and passionate about engineering

Education

NVQ Level 3 or above in a mechanical-related subject

Tools

Tablets and smartphones

Job description

Overview

Allianz is a global insurance company serving across 70 countries. From day one you join our team your contributions are valued. We offer world class learning and career development opportunities in an inclusive culture. Progress your engineering career in Allianz Engineering Inspection Services. Our Engineer Surveyors are at the forefront of our business, visiting client sites to carry out inspections and assess plant, equipment, and installations. As a newly recruited Engineer Surveyor, you would automatically be enrolled onto an unrivalled induction training programme. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced engineer with a good knowledge of the Lift and Crane discipline to join Allianz Engineering, a division of one of the largest insurers and financial services companies in the world.

Responsibilities

• Anticipate our client's needs and help them ensure compliance with relevant legislation.
• Work closely with the Engineer Surveyor Team managed by a Senior Operations Team Leader.
• Prepare examination reports after inspections using electronic reporting for fast and efficient delivery to clients.
• Carry out hands-on inspections of plant and equipment such as lifts, material handling equipment, cranes, and construction plant.

Salary and Benefits

Starting Salary £44,213 + Company Car and more. Salary is part of the total reward package. Other benefits include incremental salary increases for the first 2 years, annual performance-related bonus, contributory pension, overtime earnings, hybrid working, company car, tools/equipment provided, travel time included within the working week, development days, flexible holiday options, and discounts on insurance products and other perks.

About You / Essential Skills

• Up to date knowledge of compliance and regulatory rules relating to the Lift and Crane discipline.
• Decision-making ability and willingness to take responsibility.
• Effective short, medium and long-term planning; diarising meetings, visits and work allocation.
• Ability to travel within the local allocated work area.
• Timely processing of documentation and general administration.
• Willingness to support and deputise for fellow Engineer Surveyors as required.
• Passionate about engineering, self-driven, with the ability to interact with clients daily.
• Background in lifts, cranes, and materials handling, with hands-on experience in manufacturing/repair/maintenance.
• Strong customer interaction skills, including oral and written communication.

Essential Skills

• NVQ Level 3 or above in a mechanical-related subject.
• Full valid UK driving licence.
• Good time management and ability to self-organise weekly work.
• Comfortable using tablets and smartphones as part of the working day.
• We support the government scheme Access to Work; ask about eligibility.

Desirable Skills

• Incorporated Engineer (desirable).

Ways of Working

Flexibility with hours can be discussed as part of your application. Allianz supports hybrid work patterns to balance customer needs with personal circumstances. Our aim is to help innovation and your work-life balance.

Equality and Opportunity

Integrity, Fairness, Inclusion & Trust. Allianz is an equal opportunity employer. We are signatories to multiple accreditations and initiatives promoting inclusion and diversity.

What We Will Offer

Flexible benefits, flexible working options, and global career opportunities across the Allianz Group. Additional benefits include:

• Incremental salary increases for the first 2 years.
• Annual performance related bonus.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Overtime earnings.
• Hybrid working.
• Company car.
• Tools/equipment provided.
• Travel time included within working week.
• Development days.
• Flexible buy/sell holiday options.
• Discounts on insurance and other products.
• Health & lifestyle benefits for you and your family.

Application Details

Base location: home-based with regular travel to client sites. Closing date: 12 October 2025. We reserve the right to close the advert early if we reach enough applications.