Jobs in Selston

Crane Service Engineer (Crawler Cranes)

Are you a Plant, Vehicle, HGV, or Agricultural Technician looking for a new challenge?

We’re seeking a motivated individual to transfer their existing skills and become a Crane Service Engineer.

We’ve successfully helped technicians from similar backgrounds progress into highly skilled crane engineering roles, making this an excellent opportunity for career development.

What the role involves:

* Working alongside our experienced team to carry out planned maintenance, repairs, and rigging on our extensive fleet of hydraulic crawler cranes.

* Hands-on work both in our workshop and at various locations across the UK and Ireland.

What we’re looking for:

* A proactive, can-do attitude and eagerness to learn.

* Willingness to work outdoors and travel as required by the business.

Key Responsibilities:

* Receive comprehensive on-the-job training to achieve NVQ Level 2 and Level 3 in Plant Maintenance. Additional accredited training will include CPCS Appointed Person, CPCS Lift Supervisor, CPCS Slinger Signaller, CPCS Crawler Crane Operator, IPAF, CETOP Hydraulics, LEEA courses, and manufacturer-specific training.

* Work on a modern fleet of crawler cranes, gaining hands-on experience in rigging, servicing, and repairs.

* Perform preventative maintenance and servicing to ensure optimal crane performance.

* Maintain accurate daily records using PDA systems for inspections, servicing, and repairs.

* Assist with and learn fault diagnosis techniques to identify and resolve issues efficiently.

* Adhere to high standards of health and safety at all times.

* Be flexible to work away from home and outside normal hours, including weekends when required, to assist with breakdowns—flexibility is essential.

* Carry out servicing and maintenance on other mechanical plant equipment in the workshop and yard as needed.

* Work effectively both independently and as part of a team to meet operational requirements.

* Undertake additional duties as reasonably requested by management.

Skills

* Technically minded, with the ability to learn and perform fault diagnosis and repairs on mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems used in crawler cranes.

* Strong team player with excellent communication skills.

* Eager to learn new skills, demonstrating attention to detail and ensuring all inspections are completed to the highest standards.

* Full UK driving licence required.

If you’re ready to take your career to the next level, we’d love to hear from you!

Our reference: AGS640
Vacancy: Crane Service Engineer
Location: Selston, Nottingham
Salary: We pride ourselves on delivering highly competitive, industry-leading pay rates, supported by a strong overall package with excellent earning potential
Hours: 39-hour working week - plus regular overtime, and a company vehicle.

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