Service Technician

Ethos Foundation; Doncaster; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider in crane and lifting equipment solutions is seeking a skilled Crane and Lifting Equipment Technician to join their dynamic Port & Marine Team. The role involves commissioning, maintenance, and servicing of cranes across UK Port locations, ensuring safety and performance standards are met. The successful candidate will work independently and within a team, with opportunities for travel and training. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

31 days annual leave

Contributory pension

Private healthcare

Loyalty bonus

Qualifications

• Experience in the crane industry.
• Proficiency in commissioning and fault finding on electro-mechanical and hydro-mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Commissioning, maintenance, inspection, and servicing of client cranes and lifting equipment.
• Conducting fault finding and repairs on hydraulic and mechanical systems.
• Ensuring compliance with site HSEQ requirements.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Hydraulic Engineering

Problem Solving

Teamwork

IT Literacy

Education

Apprenticeship in Mechanical, Electrical, or Hydraulic Engineering

Job description

Port Service Technician

Location: Home based, travel UK wide

Basic Salary: £40-£45k per annum plus overtime

Benefits: 31 days annual leave, contributory pension, private healthcare, loyalty bonus

Our client is a leading provider in crane and lifting equipment solutions, seeking a skilled and experienced Crane and Lifting Equipment Technician to join their dynamic Port & Marine Team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in the commissioning, maintenance, and servicing of client cranes and lifting equipment, ensuring the highest standards of safety and performance.

Job Description

As a Crane and Lifting Equipment Technician, you will be responsible for:

• Carrying out commissioning, maintenance, inspection, and servicing of client cranes and lifting equipment across UK Port locations.
• Performing repairs and inspections on various electrical equipment and systems.
• Conducting fault finding and repairs on hydraulic and mechanical systems.
• Managing commissioning, maintenance, inspection, and servicing of mechanical equipment.
• Assisting in spares identification and procurement.
• Producing clear, factual reports for all jobs.
• Rigging and lift planning.
• Ensuring compliance with site HSEQ requirements.
• Collaborating with site staff to maintain a safe working environment.
• Minimising environmental risks during tasks, including offshore activities.
• Traveling outside of the UK/Ireland for departmental assistance or training.

Skills & Competencies

The successful candidate should possess:

• An apprenticeship in Mechanical, Electrical, or Hydraulic Engineering.
• Experience in the crane industry.
• Experience with Liebherr, Gottwald, and other cranes is advantageous.
• Proficiency in commissioning and fault finding on electro-mechanical and hydro-mechanical systems.
• Ability to read schematics and engineering drawings and apply them practically.
• Ability to work independently or within a team.
• Comfort working at heights.
• In-depth knowledge of preventative maintenance on cranes.
• IT literacy and report-writing skills.
• Valid UK/Ireland driving license.