Access & Lifting Equipment Engineer / Technician
Salary: £40,000 – £50,000 basic, plus overtime before 8am or after 4pm at 1.5x and sunday x2.
Location: Gravesend, Kent
Hours: Full-time, permanent
Overtime: Monday to Saturday paid at x1.5 & Sunday paid at x2
Start: Immediate for the right Fitter
About the company
A well-established, family-run business with over 30 years of experience in access engineering and façade maintenance. The company designs, builds and maintains specialist access systems used across construction, building maintenance and renewable energy projects throughout the UK.
Their work includes bespoke monorail systems, temporary cradles, lifting solutions and cutting-edge robotic cleaning and inspection equipment. Safety, innovation and long-term client relationships sit at the heart of everything they do.
Why join them?
This is a genuinely solid role within a business that looks after its people. You’ll be working on interesting, specialist equipment rather than run-of-the-mill plant, with a sensible workload, good kit and clear overtime opportunities.
You’ll have access to a workshop and a fully equipped van, with tools provided. Early starts are available if you want to maximise overtime, and the business is structured, supportive and well run.
About the role
You will be responsible for maintaining, servicing and repairing a range of access, lifting and powered equipment. The role is split between workshop-based work and mobile/site support, keeping equipment safe, compliant and ready for use.
This is a practical, hands-on position suited to someone who enjoys fault-finding, varied equipment and working without unnecessary pressure.
Key responsibilities
Service, maintain and repair access and lifting equipment
Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults
Work on lifts, hoists, winches and powered access systems
Maintain rope hoists, motors and man-handleable equipment up to 2 tonne
Attend site breakdowns when required
Carry out inspections and safety checks
Keep maintenance records up to date
Work to health & safety standards
Experience required
Proven experience
Strong mechanical fault-finding skills
Electrical experience beneficial
Background in construction, access, lifting or powered equipment
Full UK driving licence
Salary & package
£40,000 - £50,000 basic salary
Overtime paid at x1.5 and x2
Company van and tools provided
Workshop and mobile-based role
Full-time, permanent position
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Immediate start available