Lifting Equipment Engineer

Path Recruitment Ltd; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction support company is seeking a Lifting Equipment Engineer in Bridgwater. The role involves carrying out repairs, inspections, and LOLER/PUWER examinations on lifting equipment in a workshop and at customer sites. The ideal candidate will have experience as an LEEA inspector or similar role, holding necessary qualifications, including LEEA and NVQ or City and Guilds in mechanics. The position offers a competitive salary of £40,000 - £50,000 plus benefits, with a focus on sustainability and innovation in the industry.

Benefits

30 Days holiday including Bank Holidays

Monday to Friday working hours

Paid overtime and door to door travel

Qualifications

• Prior experience as Lifting Engineer, LEEA inspector, or Engineer Surveyor.
• Experience with a range of lifting gear including shackles and hoists.
• Ability to perform inspections and repairs on plant equipment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out repairs and inspections on lifting gear.
• Attend customer sites in the South West to provide support.
• Maintain a professional image as the customer's point of contact.

Skills

Experience in repairing and inspecting lifting equipment

Customer service skills

Ability to carry out LOLER/PUWER examinations

Education

LEEA qualification (or equivalent)

NVQ or City and Guilds in mechanics or engineering

Job description

Overview

Lifting Equipment Engineer- Ready to lift your career as a LEEA qualified (or similar) engineer? Join a company that will truly value you! This brand new opportunity is commutable from Rooks Bridge, Highbridge Bridgwater & Burnham-on-sea

Benefits

• £40,000 - £50,000 + Overtime and paid door to door
• 30 Days holiday including Bank Holidays
• Monday to Friday working hours

The Company

A leading force in construction support, this company delivers far more than equipment—offering expert-driven, value-focused solutions that enhance efficiency, safety, and project outcomes. With the UK\'s youngest fleet of machinery, a strong commitment to sustainability and innovation, and a track record of quality assurance, they are shaping the future of the industry. Due to their success, they are seeking a lifting equipment engineer to join one of their sites near Bridgwater.

Responsibilities

• You will be required to carry out all repairs and inspections and LOLER/PUWER examinations on a range of lifting gear including shackles, winches, hoists, and gantries, within a workshop environment.
• Some of the work will also be on plant equipment like diggers, dumpers, rollers and on a large fleet of MEWPS
• You will be required to attend a customers site within the South West in which, you will be provided with a company van.
• You will be the customer\'s point of contact by email and phone for technical support as the Lifting Engineer
• Complete scheduled repair works both minor and major
• Maintain a professional image at all times to represent the company as the Lifting Engineer

Qualifications & Experience

The Newly Appointed Lifting Equipment Engineer will ideally have the following attributes:

• From previous experience working as an LEEA inspector, Lifting Engineer, Lifting Equipment Engineer, LOLER inspector, Engineer Surveyor or Plant Engineer and have experience in repairing and inspecting a range of lifting equipment.
• Ideally hold an LEEA qualification (or equivalent) along with an NVQ or City and Guilds in mechanics or engineering.

Interested in this Lifting Equipment Engineer role? Apply today or you can reach me on 01933 667229 or [e-mail]