Field Service Engineer (Cranes)

Alexander James Recruiting are working with a national provider of various types of cranes and construction related lifting equipment and services currently seeking an experienced and capable Service Engineer. Based from the depot in Wellingborough (Northamptonshire), the successful candidate will be field based, servicing various types of crane equipment on customers sites. This is a great opportunity to work for an industry-leading organisation with a competitive salary plus overtime and great room for progression.

Responsibilities

• The installation and dismantle of Tower Cranes, including Self Erect Tower Cranes
• Carrying out scheduled maintenance and service on Tower Cranes
• Diagnose and repair faults on Electrical, Mechanical and Hydraulic systems
• Liaise with customers in order to help improve the service provided by the Company

Requirements

You will be an experienced Service Engineer with either a mechanical or electrical background though electrical is preferable and have a recognized qualification within either electrical or mechanical. You will also ideally have possessed some experience with cranes or similar construction products such as plant equipment powered access or material handling with a good hydraulics understanding. However, this is not essential and skilled engineers from other backgrounds will also be considered. The experience level required for the role is also varied as the company are willing to consider candidates who have recently finished an apprenticeship or alternatively more experienced electrical or mechanically biased individuals.

Benefits

• Competitive salary dependent on experience (Up to £35,000 depending on experience)
• Overtime
• Company van
• Life insurance
• Long term career progression within a growing company
• Full specialist training including industry qualifications

The Company

The company is a national provider of various crane services and accessories. Operating for over 20 years, and they specialize in self-erecting tower cranes and city tower cranes for various construction building projects. They’re also heavily involved in supplying clients with related products such as crane attachments, skips and types of handling equipment. Due to recent expansion plans, they now require a new capable field engineer to service their client base.