Job Summary
As a Lifting Inspector in the Engineering Functions team, you will carry out statutory lifting equipment inspections across a wide range of operational and engineering assets, ensuring compliance with LOLER 1998, PUWER 1998 and related industry standards. Your work will contribute to reducing lifting‑related risk, supporting operational reliability and maintaining high safety standards at Thames Water sites.
Responsibilities
* Carry out statutory inspections of lifting equipment and accessories across assigned geographic areas.
* Complete inspections safely, compliantly and in line with agreed schedules and company procedures.
* Apply LOLER 1998, PUWER 1998 and relevant industry standards during all inspection activities.
* Record inspection findings, defects and certification details accurately within inspection databases and reporting systems.
* Identify unsafe, defective or non‑compliant equipment and take appropriate action, including reporting, isolation or escalation.
* Manage your own inspection workload, planning daily activities and site visits effectively.
* Communicate professionally with operational teams, engineering colleagues, contractors and stakeholders.
* Escalate risks, access issues or operational concerns through the Lifting Inspection Team Supervisor.
* Maintain technical competence through ongoing training, audits and competency reviews.
Base Location & Working Pattern
Hybrid – Beckton (STW), with daily travel to other sites as required.
38 hours, Monday to Friday.
Essential Qualifications
* Level 2 or above engineering qualification (BTEC, NVQ, City & Guilds or equivalent).
* Full UK driving licence.
* Experience carrying out statutory lifting equipment inspections.
* Strong knowledge of LOLER 1998, PUWER 1998 and associated industry standards.
* Relevant LEEA qualifications covering lifting equipment and accessories.
* Ability to work independently, manage workload and prioritise inspections across multiple sites.
* Experience recording inspection findings using inspection databases and reporting systems.
* Strong safety awareness, attention to detail and professional judgement.
Desirable Qualifications
* Experience working across geographically dispersed operational or industrial sites.
* Knowledge of the water, utilities or wider industrial sector.
* Familiarity with inspection audits and quality assurance processes.
* Additional safety or access‑related training, such as IOSH, Working at Height or MEWP.
Benefits
* Competitive salary up to £40,000 per annum, depending on experience.
* Annual Leave – 24 days holiday per year, increasing to 28 with length of service (plus bank holidays).
* Company vehicle
* Performance‑related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets.
* Generous Pension Scheme through AON.
* Access to a range of benefits to support health, wellbeing and finances – annual health MOTs, physiotherapy and counselling, Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance.
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