Maintenance Supervisor

Join Our Engineering Team

Ainscough Crane Hire has a rare opportunity in our Manchester Depot. We look for a Maintenance Supervisor to ensure smooth operation of heavy equipment and vehicles. You will lead by example, foster a culture of excellence in maintenance practices, and contribute to continuous improvement.

We are the market leader in Lifting Solutions with 30 locations nationwide. We commit to first‑class projects with dedication to safety. Our slogan "Make the Safe Choice" guides all operations from routine crane hires to bespoke projects.

• Use of a company van
• Generous holiday package: 24 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), with additional days earned at milestones of service
• Group life assurance and a solid pension plan
• Online access to payslips and personal info for your convenience
• Access to the Ainscough Advantage benefits platform – we value our team's well‑being

• Allocate work to the depot‑based maintenance team, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and to the highest standards.
• Manage daily staffing levels, including holiday schedules, absence management, and overtime coordination.
• Oversee stock management to ensure optimal inventory levels for servicing and repairs.
• Coordinate servicing and maintenance activities for trailers, cranes, and other equipment, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
• Take a hands‑on approach, diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues on a variety of equipment including mobile cranes, tower cranes, crawler cranes, HGVs, and light commercial vehicles.
• Prioritise work orders effectively, demonstrating strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Uphold our commitment to health and safety policies and procedures, maintaining a controlled environment for all maintenance activities.
• Maintain accurate documentation, ensuring all records are up‑to‑date and compliant with regulatory requirements.

• Time served technician with a recognised industry qualification (City & Guilds/NVQ).
• Supervisory experience in a maintenance environment.
• Knowledge of mobile cranes, plant machinery, and heavy vehicles.
• Experience in work allocation and stock management.

• Proficient in diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic faults on various equipment.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively within a team.
• Basic computer skills for documentation and record‑keeping purposes.

• Align with Ainscough Crane Hire Vision & Values, embodying safety consciousness, reliability, teamwork, and openness to new ideas.
• Ensure all vehicles leaving the depot after repair/maintenance are road‑legal and safe for use.