Overhead Crane Engineer

The Towne Group; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned crane engineering business based in Newcastle upon Tyne is looking for an Overhead Crane Engineer with a strong electrical background. This role involves installing, repairing, and maintaining overhead cranes, as well as troubleshooting electrical systems. Ideal candidates should have experience in the crane engineering industry, strong knowledge of electrical components, and good communication skills. The position offers competitive pay rates, strong internal support, and bespoke training plans.

Benefits

Competitive rates of pay

Strong technical support

Bespoke training and development

Qualifications

• Experience as an Overhead Crane Engineer or similar role with a focus on electrical systems.
• Knowledge of PLCs, VFDs, and overhead crane control systems.
• Familiarity with LOLER and PUWER regulations.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and maintain overhead cranes and equipment.
• Diagnose electrical faults in overhead cranes.
• Conduct electrical inspections to ensure safety compliance.
• Provide technical support to clients and colleagues.
• Implement innovative technology in client cranes.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations.

Skills

Electrical systems knowledge

Troubleshooting and diagnostics

Communication skills

Health and safety compliance

Job description

We are a family-owned business based across the North East of England, with over 30 years of experience in the overhead crane engineering industry. We specialize in providing crane installation, repair, and maintenance services to a wide range of clients across the North East of England. We are currently looking for an Overhead Crane Engineer with a strong electrical background to join our team and help us continue to provide our clients with high-quality services. This is a very exciting time to join the company with big growth plans, driven by our Crane of the Future technology

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and maintain overhead cranes and associated equipment, including electrical and mechanical components.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical faults in overhead cranes and provide effective solutions to minimize downtime.
• Conduct electrical inspections and tests on overhead cranes to ensure compliance with safety regulations and guidelines.
• Provide on-site technical support and advice to clients and colleagues as required.
• Complete installs of new, innovative technology to client cranes
• Comply with health and safety regulations and guidelines at all times.

Requirements

• Experience as an Overhead Crane Engineer or in a similar role within the crane engineering industry, with a strong emphasis on electrical systems.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems and components used in overhead cranes, including PLCs, VFDs, and control systems.
• Familiarity with relevant safety regulations and guidelines, including LOLER and PUWER.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with clients and colleagues.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• A valid driver's license is essential.

The Role

• Competitive Rates of Pay with excellent earning opportunities
• Strong technical support internally
• Bespoke training and development plans in place