Division
Lifting - Test, Inspect & Certify / TIC
Title
Lifting Equipment Engineer
Contract type
Permanent Full Time
Vacancy location
United Kingdom, UK
Number of positions
1
Contract hours
42.50
About the role
Our team is the best in the industry – is it time for you to join us?
The Lifting Equipment Engineer role is primarily site-based and will involve the inspection, function testing, repair, and maintenance of lifting and working at height equipment. This role will also include proof load testing of equipment such as runway beams, davit sockets, swing jibs, and lift shaft eyes, as well as basic installations while producing reports/certifications for equipment, including detailed reporting on failed items.
Occasionally, you will carry out site surveys and advise customers on the correct selection and use of lifting equipment. In addition, the TIC team supports the lifting depot network by maintaining the hire fleet, upskilling members of the team, and providing customers with bespoke solutions to lifting-based queries.
**Please note we are flexible on the successful candidate's location.
About You
Successful applicants should demonstrate the following:
• Experience working as a Lifting Engineer/Fitter is essential
• Competent in the inspection of lifting equipment in accordance with LOLER / PUWER.
• LEEA Qualifications are highly desirable, including advanced programmes such as Runways & Crane Structures and/or Overhead Travelling Cranes
• Ability to work on own initiative and assist other team members when required
• A customer-focussed approach to workload and strong attention to detail
• Valid driving licence is essential
About Us
From one division, GAP Hire Solutions now has 10 divisions offering the hire of equipment throughout the UK. We're looking to recruit the best talent the industry has to offer to help us grow even further. As a GAP employee, you'll enjoy many benefits such as a staff social fund and loyalty holidays. Our in-house Learning & Development Team is dedicated to giving you the skills you need to be your best, and as a company, we are always keen to promote internally.
Benefits include:
• Competitive salary and bonus scheme
• Company Van
• Up to 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• The option to buy up to 5 days additional leave
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Employee Welfare Fund (Company-funded social events)
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Health & Wellness (Well-being Hub, Employee Assistance Helpline, Annual Flu Jab)
So what next?
If you fit the profile and are up for the challenge, we would love to hear from you!
To apply, all you need to do is upload your CV and complete our short application form, and we'll take it from there.
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