Lifting Inspection Engineer

About the Role

GAP Lifting Hire & Sales offers one of the largest ranges of lifting equipment and accessories in the industry. GAP Lifting's TIC team are responsible for managing and scheduling the Test, Inspection and Certification (TIC) of lifting and working at height equipment – whether it’s harnesses in the Highlands or cranes in Cornwall, we cover it. Furthermore we can repair, service, install and supply any equipment to meet your requirements.

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 and basic installations while producing reports and 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 the ideal candidate will ideally live in the Cumbria/Carlisle/Whitehaven area however we would consider candidates outside this area.

Successful applicants should demonstrate the following:

• Experience working as a Lifting Engineer/Fitter would be preferred; we would consider those from a plant hire background as full training will be provided.
• 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‑focused approach to workload and strong attention to detail.
• Valid driving licence is essential.

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 loads of benefits such as a staff social fund and loyalty holidays. Our in‑house Learning & Development Team are 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
• 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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