We are looking for Lifting Engineers to join our team in 2025, so why not send us your CV? We’ll keep your details on file and contact you as and when we have a role that looks to be a good match. Don’t forget to register for our job alerts as well!

Our Lifting Engineers support multiple projects across the UK, you must be willing to work away every week (Monday - Friday) and be flexible with regards to travel and location. Salary information and benefits will be discussed upon application for a live role.

Who we are in a nutshell.

At BES Group, we pride ourselves on being the leading end to end risk management solutions provider in the UK and Ireland. This means it’s our job to help keep our customers’ assets legally compliant, operational and, above all else, safe. We’re able to achieve this with a team of only the very best, most talented people.

Our heavy lifting solutions division is an exciting place to be. From consulting and supporting on the planning of some of the most complex lifting operations at high profile customer sites, to overseeing the execution of the very same lifts. Our team of experts play a critical part in making sure nothing is left to chance.

What will you be doing?

As a Lifting Engineer for BES Heavy Lifting Solutions, you will be providing our customers with independent and impartial advice during the planning and execution phases of projects. Some of your other responsibilities will include:

• Understanding project briefs, ensuring the highest level of Health and Safety is adhered to at all times
• Using AutoCad to plan and manage complex lifting operations
• Working as part of your project team and ensure common operational procedures are being followed
• Liaise with the Project Managers and ensure they are kept up to date
• Review all projects received, identifying any issues prior to the work commencing
• Utilise our reporting software to accurately record all required documentation
• Always providing an exceptional level of customer service, while representing our brilliant company professionally

To join our team, you will need:

• Proven experience in the lifting industry
• In depth experience in planning and managing complex lifting operations using CAD
• Be conversant in both crane and rigging/fleeting operations
• A Mechanical Engineering qualification – ideally HNC or above
• Appointed Person (Lifting Operations ) – CPCS Blue Card - compulsory
• ECITB Construction Skills HS&E
• Ideal but not essential, ACE Rigging and Lifting or Rigging and Fleeting
• NEBOSH or IOSH is highly regarded
• A flexible approach to working, you should be able and willing to work away, overtime and to cover workloads during busy periods
• Full driving licence

We want you to be you!

Our focus on diversity, equality and inclusion is here to stay.

Our team is made up of some of the most skilled and talented people and that’s what matters to us. At BES Group, we want our people to know that they can be their true authentic selves at work, it really is that simple.

What’s more, we’re a Real Living Wage employer across our complete business and we are delighted to have pledged our commitment to the military community by signing the Armed Forces Covenant.

Go for it! Research suggests that some people tend to only apply for roles if they meet all requirements. If you don't meet every point above, but still feel like you could really help make a difference in this role, please apply, you might be exactly what we’re looking for.

BES Group, where our people and our customers come before everything else