JMB21- Overhead Crane Service Engineer (Electrical Bias)
Location: Sussex / East Hampshire / East Kent (Ideal base location)
Salary: Up to £45 + OTE £65 + …
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 strongly encouraged to apply.
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 rate. Overtime before 08:00 & after 16:30: 1.5× hourly. Saturday: 1.5× hourly. Sunday: 2× 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 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
* 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.
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