JMB21 - Overhead Crane Service Engineer (Electrical Bias)
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Location: Sussex / East Hampshire / East Kent (Ideal base location)
Salary: Up to £45,000 + OTE £65,000+
Hours: Monday – Friday, 08:00 – 16:30
Benefits: New company van, paid travel time, enhanced overtime rates, strong progression, long-term career path
Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Overhead Crane Service Engineer (Electrically Biased) to join a specialist engineering team working across industrial sites in the South East.
This is a field-based role focused on maintenance, fault finding, repair, and installation of overhead and gantry cranes, with a strong emphasis on electrical systems and industrial controls. Ex-military personnel are strongly encouraged to apply.
This is a genuine career opportunity with strong earning potential and clear progression into senior engineering roles.
What You'll Be Doing:
* Service and maintain overhead and gantry cranes
* Electrical & mechanical fault finding on 3-phase systems
* Repair motors, controls, brakes, and safety systems
* Work on pendant and radio control systems
* Install and commission crane equipment and upgrades
* Carry out LOLER inspections and safety checks
* Respond to breakdowns across industrial sites
* Complete accurate service reports
Overtime & Pay Structure
* Paid travel time (home to site and return) at single time
* Overtime before 08:00 & after 16:30: 1.5x Hourly
* Saturday: 1.5x Hourly
* Sunday: 2x Hourly
What We're Looking For:
* Experienced crane, lifting equipment, or industrial electrical engineer
* Strong fault-finding ability (3-phase / control systems)
* Mechanical understanding of industrial equipment
* Confident working independently in the field
* Full UK driving licence
* Strong discipline, reliability, and attention to detail
* Ex-military personnel strongly encouraged to apply
Desirable xkybehq Qualifications & Experience
* NVQ / City & Guilds in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
* Knowledge of LOLER / PUWER regulations
* Experience with PLC systems and fault diagnosis
* LEEA or equivalent lifting equipment certification
What's on Offer
* 1-year-old van
* OTE up to £65,000+
* Strong overtime structure
* Clear progression into senior and specialist roles
* Long-term stability in a specialist engineering sector
If you're an experienced engineer looking for a high-responsibility role with strong pay, independence, and progression, this is a serious long-term opportunity.