Mechanical Engineer Surveyor Lifting Equipment

Anderson Wright Consulting; Derby; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading test and inspection company in Derby seeks an Engineer Surveyor specializing in cranes and lifting equipment. The role offers a competitive salary starting from £42K-£45K, along with a comprehensive benefits package, including company car, private health coverage, and double matching pension. Ideal candidates should have a Level 4 mechanical qualification and hands-on experience with lifting equipment. A UK driving licence and customer-facing skills are a must.

Benefits

Company car or car allowance

Private health insurance

Double matching pension up to 8%

Yearly bonus

33 days holiday

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• HNC or above in mechanical engineering or similar field is required.
• Hands-on experience fixing, inspecting, or servicing lifting equipment or cranes is essential.
• A valid UK driving licence is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and certify cranes and various lifting equipment.
• Manage client relationships and patch management.
• Ensure compliance with LOLER and PUWER regulations.
• Provide technical support within health & safety standards.
• Maintain a customer-focused service approach.

Skills

Experience with lifting equipment

Customer-facing skills

Mechanical engineering knowledge

Education

Level 4 qualification in mechanical-based subject

Job description

Overview

Engineer Surveyor Lifting Equipment - Mechanical Engineer Surveyor - Cranes and Lifting Equipment - Derby. Total package circa £56K+ including £42K-£45K basic, company car or car allowance, private health, double matching pension and overtime to increase this further.

Are you a mechanical engineer with experience of maintaining, servicing or inspecting any type of lifting equipment or cranes? You will be joining a large test, inspection and certification company with a long history.

In addition to a strong basic salary, you will receive a comprehensive benefits package and substantial training investment.

Responsibilities

• Inspection and certification of cranes and lifting equipment (gantry cranes, crawler cranes, scissor lifts, MEWPs, excavators, forklifts).
• Work to LOLER and PUWER regulations.
• Managing diary and client relationships with patch management.
• Provide full technical specialist support and operate within agreed authorities, inspection and health & safety standards.
• Maintain a customer-focused approach to deliver high-quality service.

Qualifications Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Level 4 qualification in a mechanical-based subject (e.g., HNC or above).
• Hands-on experience fixing, inspecting, maintaining, repairing or servicing any lifting equipment or cranes.
• UK driving licence.
• Customer-facing skills.

Benefits & Location

• Location: Derby.
• Company car or car allowance; private health; double matching pension up to 8%; yearly bonus.
• Employer contributions to pension, annual review, and long-term career development.
• 33 days holiday including statutory holidays with the option to buy/sell extra days.
• 40-hour working week with flexible hours and home-based diary support.
• Overtime opportunities (not mandatory) and strong work-life balance.