Adept resourcing are supporting a well-known, established, overhead crane business in their search for a Field Service Engineer.

Role:

Travel to customer sites to carry out inspections, which may involve working in challenging environments or at height.

To carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM), and identify potential mechanical and electrical problems

Refurbishment/Modernisation of overhead cranes, hoists and lifting equipment

Overhead crane and gantry installation, inspection, testing and commissioning

Jib crane installation, inspection, testing and commissioning

To carry out Service Follow Ups (SFU) and/or project modernisation work related to crane conversion or refurbishment

To attend emergency breakdowns, identify faults and carry out effective repairs. These will generally be electrical problems, possibly PLC related.

Conduct thorough examinations of lifting equipment, such as cranes, hoists, slings, chains, and other lifting accessories, in accordance with LOLER and PUWER (Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations).

Prepare detailed and accurate & professional Engineer's reports using our bespoke software, including assessments of equipment safety and compliance.

Ensure site is left in a safe condition & tidy at the end of each shift.

Help customers manage and stay organised with their lifting equipment assets.

Carry out site surveys and advise customers on the correct selection and use of lifting equipment.

Proof load testing of equipment such as runway beams, swing jibs and basic installationsSkills Required

Previous specialist experience of OHTCs is essential, ideally with knowledge of cranes supplied by major global manufacturers (Tower crane experience alone would not be sufficient)

Must be a competent industrial electrician and/or mechanically biased and apprentice trained (NVQ level 3 or above)

Must be able to work on your own, as part of the Service Department or lead a team of engineers depending on the nature of the jobs, duration, and location

The individual should be self-motivated, responsible, prepared to travel throughout the UK and will be expected to work some unsociable hoursPlease apply for immediate consideration

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