Overhead Crane Engineer

Streamline Search Ltd; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday including bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Ongoing training and development

Overtime available

Job summary

Streamline Search Ltd is seeking an Overhead Crane Engineer located in Nottingham, England. The ideal candidate will service, maintain, and support overhead and gantry cranes, ensuring safety and reliability in industrial environments.

The role requires previous experience in crane maintenance and strong fault-finding skills. The compensation includes a salary of £40,000 – £45,000 per annum, company pension, and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Previous experience with overhead cranes or lifting equipment is necessary.
• Strong skills in both electrical and mechanical fault finding.
• Familiarity with LOLER regulations is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Service, maintenance, and breakdown support on overhead and gantry cranes.
• Inspection and testing of lifting equipment as required.
• Provide technical support and excel in customer service on site.

Skills

Electrical fault-finding

Mechanical fault-finding

Customer service

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

Relevant engineering qualifications

Lifting industry certifications

Job description

Location: Nottingham, Nottinghamshire | Salary: £40,000 – £45,000 per annum

Overhead Crane Engineer – Position Overview

• Service, maintenance, and breakdown support on overhead and gantry cranes
• Electrical and mechanical fault finding and repairs
• Inspection, testing, and commissioning of lifting equipment where required
• Carrying out installations, upgrades, and modifications to crane systems
• Working safely on customer sites within industrial and manufacturing environments
• Completing service reports and associated documentation accurately
• Providing excellent customer service and technical support on site
• Participating in call‑out and overtime work when required

Position Requirements

• Previous experience working on overhead cranes, hoists, or lifting equipment
• Strong electrical and mechanical fault‑finding skills
• Experience with servicing, maintenance, and breakdown repair work
• Ability to read and understand electrical drawings and technical documentation
• Full UK driving licence
• Comfortable working at height and within industrial environments
• Good communication and organisational skills
• Relevant engineering qualifications or lifting industry certifications would be advantageous
• Knowledge of LOLER regulations and crane inspection procedures is desirable

Position Remuneration

• Salary £40,000 – £45,000 (depending on experience)
• Monday – Friday, 39 hours per week
• 28 days holiday, including bank holidays
• Overtime available
• Company pension scheme
• Ongoing training and development
• Stable long‑term opportunity with a well‑established company