Job Description
The primary objective of this role is to provide efficient maintenance, breakdown services, and servicing of Overhead Electric Travelling Cranes (OHETC). The Service Department manages preventative maintenance contracts (PPM), handles breakdowns on a 24/7 basis, conducts service follow-up work (SFU), supplies spare parts, and oversees crane modernisation and all after-sales activities associated with our client.
The successful candidate will be responsible for refurbishment and modernisation of overhead cranes, hoists, and lifting equipment, as well as installation, inspection, testing, and commissioning of OHETCs and gantries. They will also conduct Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and identify potential mechanical and electrical issues using our reporting system.
Key responsibilities include:
* Refurbishment and modernisation of overhead cranes, hoists, and lifting equipment.
* Installation, inspection, testing, and commissioning of overhead cranes and gantries.
* Conducting Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and identifying potential mechanical and electrical issues using our reporting system.
The ideal candidate will have previous specialist experience with OHETCs, ideally with knowledge of cranes supplied by major global manufacturers. They must be a competent industrial electrician and/or mechanically biased and apprentice-trained (NVQ level 3 or above).
They must be able to work independently, as part of the Service Department, or lead a team of engineers depending on the nature of the job, duration, and location. Self-motivation, responsibility, and a willingness to travel throughout the UK are essential. Comprehensive training will be provided, including LEEA Accreditations and any other relevant certifications.