Service Technician

TN United Kingdom; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of crane and lifting equipment solutions is looking for a skilled Crane and Lifting Equipment Technician. The role involves commissioning, maintenance, and servicing of cranes across UK port locations, ensuring safety and performance standards are met. Ideal candidates will have relevant engineering apprenticeships and experience in the crane industry.

Benefits

31 days annual leave

Contributory pension

Private healthcare

Loyalty bonus

Qualifications

• Experience working within the crane industry.
• Proficiency in commissioning and fault finding on systems.

Responsibilities

• Carry out commissioning, maintenance, inspection, and servicing of cranes.
• Conduct fault finding and repairs on hydraulic and mechanical systems.
• Produce clear, factual reports for all jobs.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Hydraulic Engineering

IT Literacy

Report Writing

Education

Apprenticeship in Mechanical, Electrical, or Hydraulic Engineering

Job description

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Job Title: Crane and Lifting Equipment Technician

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

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

Our client, a leading provider of crane and lifting equipment solutions, is 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:

1. Carrying out commissioning, maintenance, inspection, and servicing of client cranes and lifting equipment across UK port locations.
2. Performing repairs and inspections on various electrical equipment and systems.
3. Conducting fault finding and repairs on hydraulic and mechanical systems.
4. Managing commissioning, maintenance, inspection, and servicing of a range of client mechanical equipment.
5. Assisting in spares identification and procurement.
6. Producing clear, factual reports for all jobs.
7. Rigging and lift planning.
8. Ensuring compliance with site HSEQ requirements.
9. Collaborating with site staff to maintain a safe working environment.
10. Minimising environmental risks during tasks and utilising available controls, especially offshore.
11. Traveling outside of the UK/Ireland for departmental assistance or training.

Skills & Competencies

The successful candidate should possess:

• An apprenticeship served in Mechanical, Electrical, or Hydraulic Engineering.
• Experience working within 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 translate them into practice.
• Ability to work independently or within a team.
• Comfortable working at heights.
• In-depth knowledge of preventive maintenance on cranes.
• IT literacy and report-writing skills.
• Possession of a valid UK/Ireland driving license.