Global Service Technician- Home based

RH Recruiting Limited; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Global Service Technician to join a dynamic team focusing on electrical engineering within the crane and lifting sector. This role offers opportunities for international travel and hands-on work in demanding environments, requiring strong diagnostic skills and an electrical engineering background. The ideal candidate will thrive in challenging settings and deliver high-quality service across various sites.

Benefits

31 Days Holiday

Contributory Pension

Private Healthcare

Loyalty Bonus

Qualifications

• Proven experience in the crane, lifting equipment, or heavy plant industry.
• Familiar with load monitoring and safety systems.
• Holds a valid UK or Irish driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Commissioning, servicing, inspecting, and maintaining cranes.
• Troubleshooting and repairing electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.
• Delivering professional, detailed service reports.
• Acting as a technical ambassador on-site.

Skills

Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills

Offshore certification (BOSIET & MIST)

IT literate

Confident working at height

Education

Time-served apprenticeship in Electrical, Mechanical, or Hydraulic Engineering

Tools

MIPEG

PAT

Liebherr cranes

Gottwald cranes

Job description

Global Service Technician – Electrical Engineering | Cranes | Oil & Gas | Ports | Marine | Heavy Industry
Location: Home-Based (UK-Wide Travel + International & Offshore Assignments)
On Target Earnings: Up to £65,000 per annum for your first year working approximately 180 days
Benefits: 31 Days Holiday | Contributory Pension | Private Healthcare | Loyalty Bonus

Are you a skilled Electrical Engineer ready to take your expertise beyond the workshop and into some of the world’s most demanding environments? We’re recruiting for a Service Technician to join the Flying Squad of a global leader in crane and lifting equipment solutions – supporting critical operations across oil & gas, marine, ports, and heavy industries.

This is a hands-on role for engineers who thrive in high-responsibility settings – from heavy plant operations onshore to large-scale offshore installations. If you’re ready for a role that combines technical challenge, variety, and international travel, read on.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Commissioning, servicing, inspecting, and maintaining cranes and lifting equipment across a variety of client sites – onshore, offshore, and occasionally overseas.

Troubleshooting and repairing electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems on large-scale lifting and plant machinery.

Working with leading crane systems including Liebherr, Gottwald, and similar brands.

Interpreting and applying engineering schematics to real-world problem-solving.

Delivering professional, detailed service reports for every job.

Supporting rigging, lift planning, and ensuring strict HSEQ compliance at all times.

Acting as a technical ambassador on-site, collaborating with client teams and ensuring safe, efficient operations.

Travelling internationally for training, project support, or emergency callouts.

Time-served apprenticeship in Electrical, Mechanical, or Hydraulic Engineering.

Proven experience in the crane, lifting equipment, or heavy plant industry.

Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills on electro-mechanical and hydro-mechanical systems.

Confident working at height and in offshore conditions.

Offshore certification (BOSIET & MIST) ideal, also offered as part of onboarding.

Familiar with load monitoring and safety systems such as MIPEG or PAT.

IT literate and capable of producing accurate, professional reports.

Holds a valid UK or Irish driving licence.

Why Join?

This isn’t just another field role – it’s an opportunity to become part of a high-performing, globally respected team operating at the cutting edge of lifting technology. You'll work on diverse sites, from high-capacity port terminals to offshore rigs and energy hubs. Every day brings a new challenge, a new environment, and the chance to make a real impact.

Whether you're currently working in plant engineering, marine maintenance, or crane service, this role offers a clear path to expand your skillset and take your career to new heights.

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