Mechanical Engineer - Crane/Lift Surveyor

Claire Plais - Domitille Vielle; Minehead; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A global inspection company is seeking a Mechanical Engineer - Crane/Lift Surveyor to conduct inspections and ensure compliance with safety standards. The role requires a minimum of NVQ4, HNC, or HND in mechanical engineering, alongside three to five years of relevant experience. The position offers a competitive salary, generous benefits, and an opportunity to work with various industries, including construction and transportation.

Benefits

Up to £2,500 retention payment

£2,000 joining bonus

Car Allowance of £5,000 pa

Health Care support

Flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum three to five years’ post qualification experience with discipline-specific equipment.
• Current Clean UK driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out high-quality inspections of crane/lifting equipment.
• Produce and deliver inspection reports with best-in-class tools.
• Advise high-profile clients and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Inspection skills

Mechanical Engineering knowledge

Customer service orientation

Education

Minimum NVQ4, HNC, HND or equivalent mechanical engineering qualification

Job description

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Mechanical Engineer - Crane/Lift Surveyor

Location:Field based with daily travel to client sites and we aim to minimise travel where possible and offer localised geographical areas.

Salary: £42,148 to £45,232 pa, up to £2,500 retention payment, £2,000 joining bonus, Car Allowance of £5,000pa/Company Car, OT available, Up to 12% Pension, Health Care, and other Flexible benefits

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Role Purpose

To carry out high quality inspections ensuring various crane / lifting equipment (MEWPS, HIAB, Cranes, FLT’s) is compliant with current regulatory and statutory requirements under LOLER & PUWER. To operate within agreed authorities, inspection and H&S standards with a clear customer focus and drive to achieve optimal service delivery.

To produce and deliver inspection reports using Bureau Veritas’s best in class tools for on-site reporting and immediate client access to keep abreast of changes in relevant standards and legislation, acting as an advisor to high-profile clients and to deliver customer excellence, operating in the professional, friendly, and authoritative manner expected of all client-facing Bureau Veritas surveyors.

What does it take to apply?

As you would expect from a globally trusted inspection provider, Bureau Veritas holds several accreditations and complies with regulations including UKAS accreditation, SAFed membership and SAFed Standard SS01 compliance.

Candidate requirements for Mechanical Inspection roles are:

• Minimum NVQ4, HNC, HND or equivalent mechanical engineering qualification
• LEEA qualifications are unfortunately not applicable on their own, but they are preferred alongside a relevant mechanically biased engineering qualification
• Minimum three to five years’ post qualification experience working with relevant discipline specific equipment
• Current Clean UK driving license

What’s in it for you?

• Salary of £42,148 to £45,232 pa
• 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays with the option to buy or sell 5 holidays, plus an option to carry over 5 days
• Combined pension contributions up to 12%
• Annual Salary review
• Enhanced level of support with a designated planner for your geographical area
• Line Manager support through your dedicated Area Delivery Managers (ADM’s)
• Flexible benefits scheme, to suit what is important to you including Life Cover, Private health care, Dental Care, GymFlex, Techscheme, Enhanced Maternity/Paternity policy, Give as You Earn scheme & Travel Insurance
• Health and Wellbeing Support through Mental Health First aiders, Employee Assistance programme & Smart Health services
• Working for an Industry leading global Inspection company certified as a UK Top Employer for the last nine years in a row

Why work for Bureau Veritas?

Our people are at the heart of everything we do, which is why we have worked hard to create a supportive and engaging culture, where individuals are given the opportunity to fulfil their true potential.

At Bureau Veritas you can benefit from a busy and varied client facing environment, working with market leaders across a wide range of sectors including but not limited to: Food manufacturing, Chemical manufacturing, Banking, Retail, Logistics, Power and Utilities including Nuclear, Automotive, Public Sector, Mobile Plant, Emergency Services, Transport and Construction.

We pride ourselves on our partnership approach, which means you will be encouraged to develop strong client relationships - combining technical know-how with service excellence to exceed your clients’ expectations.