Job Title: Crane Engineer Company: Rossendale Group Salary: £45,000 per annum Location: Ellesmere Port (site-based with travel to customer locations as required) Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Job Overview
Rossendale Group is seeking a skilled and motivated Crane Engineer to join our engineering team. This role involves the installation, maintenance, inspection, and repair of overhead cranes and lifting equipment across a variety of industrial client sites. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring equipment operates safely, efficiently, and in compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Install, commission, and test overhead cranes, hoists, and associated components.
- Carry out fault finding, diagnostics, and repairs on crane systems.
- Perform routine servicing, preventative maintenance, and safety inspections.
- Ensure all work is completed in accordance with health & safety regulations and company procedures.
- Provide technical support and advice to customers on-site.
- Complete service reports, documentation, and compliance records accurately.
- Participate in emergency breakdowns where required.
Requirements
Essential:
- Proven experience working with overhead cranes, hoists, or industrial lifting equipment.
- Relevant engineering qualifications (e.g., NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, or equivalent).
- Mechanical and/or electrical competence with the ability to fault find under pressure and work independently.
- Full UK driving licence.
- Good understanding of health & safety practices in industrial environments.
Desirable:
- Knowledge of crane components (gearboxes, brakes, wire ropes, end carriages).
- Experience with control and drive systems.
- LOLER inspection experience.
- IPAF, PASMA, or similar access equipment certifications.
- Experience working at height.
Benefits
- Competitive salary (£45,000 per annum).
- Overtime opportunities and call-out payments.
- Company vehicle and fuel card.
- Pension scheme.
- Ongoing training and career development.
- Tools, PPE, and equipment provided.
- Holiday allowance plus statutory bank holidays.
Pay: £40,000.00-£45,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
