Overhead Crane Engineer
Job in
Rochester, Kent County, NE19, England, UK
Listed on 2026-07-17
Listing for:
WR Engineering
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-07-17
Job specializations:
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Field/Service Technician -
Engineering
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Field/Service Technician
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location:
Field-based, candidates must be based within 1 hour of Kent
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 basic
Benefits:
Overtime, company van, pension, LEEA training and further development
An established lifting equipment business is looking for an experienced Overhead Crane Engineer to join its growing service team.
This is a field-based role, working across customer sites to service, inspect, repair, install and commission overhead cranes, hoists and lifting equipment.
The Role:
Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on overhead cranes, hoists and lifting equipment
Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults
Complete inspections and testing in line with LOLER and PUWER
Support installation, commissioning, refurbishment and modernisation work
Work on components including motors, brakes, gearboxes, PLCs, control systems and hydraulics
Complete service reports and maintain a professional approach on site
Requirements:
Based within 1 hour of Kent
Experience as an Overhead Crane Engineer, Crane Service Engineer, Lifting Equipment Engineer or similar
Mechanical and/or electrical engineering background
Knowledge of overhead cranes, hoists or lifting equipment
Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
Understanding of LOLER and PUWER regulations
Full UK driving licence
Package:
£40,000 - £45,000 basic salary
Overtime available
Saturday paid at time and a half
Sunday paid at double time
Company van
Pension
LEEA training and further development provided
Apply now to discuss the role in confidence.
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