Technical Manager (Appointed Person)

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retention bonus

Company car

Additional leave days

Holiday purchase option

Life assurance

Pension scheme

Job summary

Ainscough Crane Hire Lancaster is seeking an experienced Technical Manager and Appointed Person to lead our lifting operations at the Lancaster depot. You will act as the technical link between customers and the depot, turning site visits into safe, practical and commercially viable lifting solutions.

With CPCS A61, a full UK driving licence, and knowledge of cranes and contract lifts, you will ensure compliance with industry standards and drive continuous improvement while maintaining safety as

Qualifications

• Experience as Appointed Person
• CPCS A61 Appointed Person Blue Card
• Full UK driving licence
• Strong Health & Safety awareness

Responsibilities

• Carrying out customer site visits and developing opportunities into confirmed hire contracts
• Working with customers at all levels to establish the most effective lifting solution
• Producing high-quality site surveys, method statements, technical drawings and risk assessments
• Ensuring all lifting solutions meet industry standards and company procedures
• Maintaining high Health & Safety standards
• Taking ownership from enquiry to completion
• Providing technical support to the depot team
• Building customer relationships and representing the company professionally

Skills

Appointed Person

Crane knowledge

Customer communication

Health & Safety

Education

GCSE Maths & English

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Lancaster Location: Lancaster Ainscough Crane Hire are looking for an experienced Technical Manager to join our Lancaster depot.

This is a key role for someone who understands the technical side of lifting operations and can combine strong industry knowledge with excellent customer and commercial awareness.

You'll be responsible for turning site visits and technical expertise into safe, practical and commercially viable lifting solutions

• from initial enquiry through to completion.

If you're an experienced Appointed Person who knows cranes, contract lifts and what it takes to deliver the right solution for the customer, we want to hear from you.

What's in it for you?

• Bi-annual retention bonus
• Company car - 24 days' annual leave, plus additional service days at 2, 5 and 10 years
• Option to purchase up to 5 additional days' holiday each year via salary sacrifice
• Group life assurance - 3 x basic salary
• Pension - 4% employer contribution / 5% employee contribution About Ainscough Crane Hire Ainscough Crane Hire is the UK's leading crane hire company, operating from 30 locations across the country.

Our teams deliver everything from crane hire and contract lifts through to complex and specialist lifting projects.

Whatever the job, safety is at the heart of how we operate through our Always Make the Safe Choice ethos.

Our reputation has been built on more than just the size of our fleet and national network.

It comes from the expertise, professionalism and pride of the people who make every lift happen.

The Role As Technical Manager, you'll be the technical link between our customers and the depot, providing expert advice and developing lifting solutions that are safe, practical and commercially effective.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Carrying out customer site visits and developing opportunities into confirmed hire contracts
• Working closely with customers at all levels to establish the most effective lifting solution
• Producing high-quality site surveys, method statements, technical drawings and risk assessments
• Ensuring all lifting solutions meet the required industry standards, regulations and company procedures
• Maintaining the highest standards of Health & Safety, regardless of commercial pressures
• Taking ownership of work from initial enquiry through to completion
• Providing technical expertise and support to the depot team
• Building strong customer relationships and representing Ainscough professionally at every opportunity
• Ensuring work is prioritised and delivered within agreed timescales
• Keeping fully up to date with the products and services offered by Ainscough
• Identifying opportunities to improve processes, service delivery and the effectiveness of the role
• Supporting the wider depot team with general operational requirements when required What you'`ll bring We're looking for someone with proven technical experience within the crane and contract lift sector, alongside the ability to communicate confidently with customers, colleagues and other stakeholders.
• Previous experience working as an Appointed Person
• CPCS A61 Appointed Person Blue Card
• Experience within cranes and contract lift
• Full UK driving licence
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety requirements
• Good geographical knowledge of the local area
• Good transport and logistical knowledge
• Minimum A*-C GCSE in Maths and English
• Proven ability to work to clearly defined plans and deliver against objectives Desirable:
• CPCS A62 Crane Supervisor Blue Card
• CPCS A40 Slinger/Signaller Blue Card Skills & Experience You'll need to be confident working with both people and technical information, with the ability to:
• Use Microsoft Office packages and AutoCAD confidently
• Influence and negotiate effectively with customers and stakeholders
• Manage challenging situations and achieve appropriate outcomes
• Organise and prioritise your workload effectively
• Simplify complex technical information and communicate it clearly
• Communicate confidently and professionally, both verbally and in writing
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and better ways of working Ready for your next move?

If you're looking for a role where your technical expertise, industry knowledge and customer relationships can make a real difference, we'd like to hear from you.

Join Ainscough Crane Hire and become part of a team that is committed to delivering the right solution, safely, professionally and efficiently

• every time.