Mechanical Engineer Surveyor Lifting Equipment

ZipRecruiter; Oxford; Remote; GBP 42,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable professional services provider is seeking a Mechanical Engineer Surveyor in Oxford. This home-based role offers a competitive salary of £42K-£45K, extensive training, and a variety of benefits including a company car/allowance and flexible working hours. Ideal candidates will have experience with lifting equipment and a Level 4 qualification in a mechanical subject. Opportunities for career growth and professional development are also provided.

Benefits

Company car or car allowance

Career progression options

Training investment

Work-life balance with 33 days holiday

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with lifting equipment or cranes is essential.
• Must have a UK driving license.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and certify cranes and lifting equipment.
• Manage client relationships and diaries within designated areas.
• Ensure health & safety compliance following LOLER and PUWER regulations.

Skills

Experience with lifting equipment or cranes

Customer-facing skills

Technical standards compliance

Education

Level 4 qualification or higher in a mechanical subject (e.g., HNC)

Job description

Job Description

Engineer Surveyor – Lifting Equipment (Mechanical Engineer Surveyor)

Location: Oxford

Package: Circa £56K+ total package, including £42K-£45K basic salary, company car or car allowance, private health, double matching pension, and overtime opportunities.

Are you a mechanical engineer with experience in maintaining, servicing, or inspecting lifting equipment or cranes? Are you interested in joining a reputable, century-old test, inspection, and certification company? This role offers extensive training, with over £55,000 invested in your development within the first 12 months.

You will receive a basic salary of £42K-£45K, a contributory pension, yearly bonus, and a company car or allowance. The company is a SAFED and UKAS accredited professional services provider supporting various sectors including aerospace, manufacturing, forces, commercial, automotive, marine, utilities, industrial, and nuclear.

Key Benefits:

• Company car or car allowance
• Career progression with eight different options
• Training investment of over £55,000 within 12 months
• Up to 16 weeks modular training with classroom and practical learning
• Support for professional memberships including renewal fees
• Work-life balance with 33 days holiday, flexible working hours, and the ability to buy/sell extra days
• Overtime opportunities
• Home-based role with centralized diary management

Responsibilities:

• Inspection and certification of cranes and lifting equipment (including gantry cranes, crawler cranes, scissor lifts, MEWPs, excavators, FLTs)
• Working in accordance with LOLER and PUWER regulations
• Managing diaries and client relationships within designated areas
• Maintaining technical standards and health & safety compliance

Qualifications and Skills:

• Level 4 qualification or higher in a mechanical subject (e.g., HNC)
• Hands-on experience with lifting equipment or cranes
• UK driving license
• Customer-facing skills

This is a home-based role supported by a dedicated team for appointment scheduling. The position offers career growth, professional development, and a comprehensive benefits package.