Mechanic (Mobile Cranes)

Ainscough Crane Hire Group; St. Neots; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading crane solutions provider in St. Neots is seeking a Crane Engineer to join their maintenance team. The role entails repairing and maintaining heavy machinery, ensuring high safety standards, and collaborating with operational teams. The ideal candidate will possess strong problem-solving skills and experience in the maintenance of heavy machinery. This position offers competitive pay and extensive benefits, including training and development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive rates of pay

Overtime available

Tool Loan scheme

Fully-Fitted company van

Quality PPE supplied

Continuous training and development

Annual medicals

24 days annual leave

Group life assurance

Pension plan

Access to benefits platform

Qualifications

• Previous experience maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing faults with heavy machinery.
• Ability to diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to maintenance tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist with servicing, repairs, and breakdown maintenance of cranes.
• Maintain accurate service records and provide technical advice.
• Collaborate with operations to schedule repairs.

Skills

Problem-solving abilities

Maintenance of heavy machinery

Diagnosing mechanical issues

Repairing electrical systems

Job description

Join the Engineering Team in St Neots, Cambridge

Are you a skilled problem-solver with a passion for keeping things running smoothly? Ainscough Crane Hire is recruiting for a dedicated Crane Engineer to bolster our dynamic team based in theCambridge depot. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy the challenge of repairing and maintaining heavy machinery, and want to be part of a company that values your expertise, then this role is for you!

Why Choose Ainscough Crane Hire?

At Ainscough Crane Hire, we're not just any crane company – we're the market leader in Lifting Solutions. With 30 locations nationwide, we're committed to delivering first-class projects with the utmost dedication to safety. Our commitment to, "Make the Safe Choice", isn't just a slogan – it's our way of life, guiding every aspect of our operations, from routine crane hires to bespoke customer projects.

Benefits

• Competitive rates of pay
• Overtime available
• Tool Loan scheme
• Fully-Fitted Ainscough company van
• Quality PPE supplied, to Ainscough safety standard
• Continuous training and development; MAST (Mandatory Ainscough Safety Training), safety passport, manufacturer training - Liebherr
• Annual medicals
• 24 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
• Enhanced holiday allowance; extra 2 days at 2 years service, 1 day at 5 years’, 10 years’ 20 years
• 1 paid volunteering day in 2025 for all employees
• 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 – because we value our team's well-being

What You'll Do

As a crucial member of our maintenance team, you'll work alongside our skilled Fitters to ensure our cranes meet the Ainscough brand standards, raising the bar for our industry.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with servicing, repairs, and breakdown maintenance of cranes to uphold our high standards of safety and performance
• Maintaining accurate service records and providing technical advice to minimize downtime
• Collaborating with operations to schedule repairs and procure necessary materials
• Continuously seeking ways to improve processes and efficiency within the role

What We're Looking For

Education, Experience, and Skills:

• Previous experience maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing faults with heavy machinery
• Ability to diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to maintenance tasks

Behaviours

Demonstrating our company Vision & Values: Making the safe choice, teamwork, reliability, openness to new ideas, ease of dealing with, and passion

Ensuring all vehicles leaving the depot are road legal and safe for use

Ready to Take Your Career to New Heights?

If you're ready to roll up your sleeves and join a team that's passionate about excellence and safety, then we want to hear from you! Apply now and become part of the Ainscough Crane Hire family, where every day brings new challenges and exciting opportunities for growth.

Make the Safe Choice. Join our Team.