Field-Based Overhead Crane Engineer – Independent, Hands-On

Northampton Business Directory; Northampton; On-site; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading industrial equipment manufacturer is looking for an experienced Overhead Crane Engineer for a field service role in Northampton. The successful candidate will travel to customer sites for servicing, maintenance, breakdowns, and fault-finding on overhead cranes. Strong electrical fault-finding skills and a full UK driving licence are essential. This position offers a competitive salary, door-to-door pay, company vehicle, and tools provided. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK, as no sponsorship is offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary depending on experience

Overtime and call-out available

Company vehicle, tools, and PPE provided

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a field-based Overhead Crane Engineer or similar lifting equipment role.
• Strong electrical fault-finding skills essential.
• Good mechanical understanding of crane structures and drive systems.
• Full UK driving licence essential.

Responsibilities

• Field-based servicing, maintenance, and repair of overhead and gantry cranes.
• Electrical and mechanical fault-finding on crane systems.
• Completing service reports and job documentation accurately.

Skills

Electrical fault-finding

Mechanical understanding of crane structures

Working independently

Job description

A leading industrial equipment manufacturer is looking for an experienced Overhead Crane Engineer for a field service role in Northampton. The successful candidate will travel to customer sites for servicing, maintenance, breakdowns, and fault-finding on overhead cranes. Strong electrical fault-finding skills and a full UK driving licence are essential. This position offers a competitive salary, door-to-door pay, company vehicle, and tools provided. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK, as no sponsorship is offered.