Overview
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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:
1. Service and maintain overhead and gantry cranes
2. Electrical & mechanical fault finding on 3-phase systems
3. Repair motors, controls, brakes, and safety systems
4. Work on pendant and radio control systems
5. Install and commission crane equipment and upgrades
6. Carry out LOLER inspections and safety checks
7. Respond to breakdowns across industrial sites
8. Complete accurate service reports
Overtime & Pay Structure
9. Paid travel time (home to site and return) at single time
10. Overtime before 08:00 & after 16:30: 1.5x Hourly
11. Saturday: 1.5x Hourly
12. Sunday: 2x Hourly
What We’re Looking For:
13. Experienced crane, lifting equipment, or industrial electrical engineer
14. Strong fault-finding ability (3-phase / control systems)
15. Mechanical understanding of industrial equipment
16. Confident working independently in the field
17. Full UK driving licence
18. Strong discipline, reliability, and attention to detail
19. Ex-military personnel strongly encouraged to apply
Desirable Qualifications & Experience
20. NVQ / City & Guilds in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
21. Knowledge of LOLER / PUWER regulations
22. Experience with PLC systems and fault diagnosis
23. LEEA or equivalent lifting equipment certification
What’s on Offer
24. 1-year-old van
25. OTE up to £65,000+
26. Strong overtime structure
27. Clear progression into senior and specialist roles
28. 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.