Plant Inspector – LOLER/PUWER Compliance & Inspections

VGC; Leiston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

VGC Group are recruiting a Plant Inspector to join our team on a major project in Leiston, Suffolk. The role covers inspecting plant equipment and accessories, documenting findings and reporting in line with company processes to keep the site compliant.

You will inspect under PUWER and LOLER, support maintenance and delivery teams, and ensure records are up to date. The position requires relevant NVQ qualifications and at least two years' experience with MEWP maintenance and LOLER inspections.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2+ in Plant Maintenance or equivalent required.
• NVQ Level 2+ in Plant Operations - Cranes & Lifting, equivalent accepted.
• Maintenance or engineering NVQ Level 3 preferred but not essential.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in MEWP maintenance or LOLER inspection.
• Full UK driving license and CSCS General Operative.
• CITB Plant Examiners course.

Responsibilities

• Carry out inspections of accessories and plant equipment under PUWER and LOLER.
• Provide support and advice to maintenance and delivery teams.
• Ensure records are accurately recorded and reported promptly.
• Ensure no equipment misses its statutory inspection time on site.
• Record and report defects immediately to relevant persons.
• Submit all inspection reports to the maintenance team within 7 days of completion.

Skills

Logical thinking

Numerate

Accurate

Word & Excel

GMAO knowledge

Team player

Pressure handling

Education

NVQ Level 2

Plant Operations - Cranes

Maintenance NVQ Level 3

City & Guilds or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

GMAO

Job description

VGC Group are recruiting a Plant Inspector to join our team on a major project in Leiston, Suffolk. The role covers inspecting plant equipment and accessories, documenting findings and reporting in line with company processes to keep the site compliant.

You will inspect under PUWER and LOLER, support maintenance and delivery teams, and ensure records are up to date. The position requires relevant NVQ qualifications and at least two years' experience with MEWP maintenance and LOLER inspections.