Lifting Equipment Inspector

Red The Consultancy; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Lifting Equipment Inspector to join their team in Aberdeen. This full-time role involves testing, repairing, and inspecting various lifting equipment and accessories, ensuring compliance with safety standards. The successful applicant will leverage their expertise in the lifting and inspection industry, producing detailed reports and collaborating with clients to ensure quality service. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits package, providing an excellent opportunity for career advancement in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Ability to build and maintain strong customer relationships.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough examinations of lifting equipment on customer sites.
• Produce clear reports detailing examinations and recommendations.

Skills

Experience within the Lifting / Inspection Industry

Writing accurate and concise reports

LEEA Foundation certification

Strong MS Office skills

Knowledge of LOLER and PUWER regulations

Experience in oil and gas industry

Leading project teams

Education

LEEA Lifting Equipment General certification

Job description

Our client is recruiting for a Lifting Equipment Inspector to join their team on a full-time, permanent basis.

The Lifting Equipment Inspector will be based in Aberdeen, and you will be required to carry out the testing, repair, and inspection of various lifting equipment and accessories within company and client sites as required.

THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT

Essential:

• Experience within the Lifting / Inspection Industry.
• Previous experience in writing accurate and concise reports.
• LEEA Foundation certification.
• Strong MS Office skills.

Preferred:

• LEEA Lifting Equipment General certification.
• Knowledge of LOLER and PUWER regulations.
• Experience within a similar role within the oil and gas industry.
• Previous experience effectively leading project teams.

Personal Skills & Qualities:

• Good organisational and administrative skills.
• Ability to build and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Flexible, collaborative, and able to work independently.
• Ability to work independently in challenging circumstances and use initiative to propose and implement changes to work practices.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Carry out thorough examinations of a wide range of lifting & manual handling equipment and accessories on customer sites and the company’s workshop, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and legislation.
• Where required, carry out appropriate NDT examinations (MPI or DPI).
• Carry out PAT & HAVS testing on client & company-owned equipment.
• Liaise with Inspection Supervisor and customers regarding progress, report concerns promptly.
• Produce clear reports detailing examinations, defects, and recommendations.
• Carry out risk assessments and prepare method statements as required.
• Evaluate test results according to standards and procedures.
• Ensure adherence to safety policies and procedures for a safe working environment.
• Participate in the company’s health, safety, environmental, and quality systems.
• Report accidents, incidents, near misses, and potential problems.
• Attend meetings as required.

REMUNERATION PACKAGE ON OFFER

Competitive salary and benefits package.