Lifting Engineer

GAP Group Ltd.; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and bonus scheme

Up to 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Contributory Pension Scheme

Health & Wellness programs

Life Assurance

Employee Welfare Fund

Cycle to Work Scheme

Health & Wellness

Job summary

A leading equipment hire company in Glasgow is seeking a Lifting Engineer to service and maintain lifting equipment at their depot. The ideal candidate will have experience in a similar role and be capable of diagnosing equipment faults effectively. Additional qualifications such as LEEA are desirable. The position offers a competitive salary, generous leave options, and employee wellness benefits. This role is perfect for those ready to take on challenges in a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a busy depot environment.
• Ability to diagnose and repair lifting equipment faults.
• Valid driving licence is preferable.
• Ability to work on own initiative and assist other team members when required.
• Customer-focused approach with strong attention to detail.
• Valid driving licence is preferable.

Responsibilities

• Service and maintain lifting equipment at the depot.
• Diagnose and repair faults in lifting equipment.
• Update service records and complete test certificates.

Skills

Experience working as a Lifting Engineer/Fitter or mechanically biased role

Diagnosing and repairing lifting equipment faults

Customer-focused approach

Strong attention to detail

Ability to work on own initiative

Education

LEEA qualification

Tools

Lifting equipment

Job description

Location

United Kingdom, Scotland, Kinning Park Lifting

Number of positions to be provided

1

Contract hours

42.50

About the role

Our team is the best in the industry – is it time for you to join us?

GAP Lifting Hire & Sales offers one of the largest ranges of lifting equipment and accessories in the industry. From small shackles and slings to material lifts and aluminium gantries, the division has everything our customers need for lifting any size of load.

The Lifting Engineer will service and maintain lifting equipment to a high standard at our GAP Lifting depot. You will be responsible for diagnosing and repairing faults, updating service records, completing test certificates and keeping the workshop area clean and tidy.

About You

Successful candidates should demonstrate the following:

• Experience working as a Lifting Engineer/Fitter or mechanically biased role within a busy depot environment
• Experience diagnosing and repairing lifting equipment faults would be desirable
• LEEA qualification is highly desirable
• Ability to work on own initiative and assist other team members when required
• A customer-focussed approach to their work and strong attention to detail
• Valid driving licence is preferable

About Us

From one division, GAP Hire Solutions now has 10 divisions offering the hire of equipment throughout the UK. We're looking to recruit the best talent the industry has to offer to help us grow even further. As a GAP employee, you'll enjoy loads of benefits such as a staff social fund and loyalty holidays. Our in-house Learning & Development Team are dedicated to giving you the skills you need to be your best and as a company we are always keen to promote internally.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus scheme
• Up to 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• The option to buy up to 5 days additional leave
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Employee Welfare Fund (Company-funded social events)
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Health & Wellness (Well-being Hub, Employee Assistance Helpline, Annual Flu Jab)

So what next?

If you fit the profile and are up for the challenge, we would love to hear from you!

To apply all you need to do is upload your CV and complete our short application form and we'll take it from there.

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