Crane Technician

TEXO Recruitment are excited to be recruiting a Crane Engineer on behalf of our external client based in Newcastle upon Tyne on a Permanent basis! As a crane engineer with electrical experience, you will be part of a team primarily responsible for crane maintenance and installation. In addition, as we are a multi skilled team, you will be expected to support and carry our projects utilising a variety of lifting techniques and the inspection of general lifting equipment. Responsibilities: Carry out, build, servicing, inspection and repair of machinery and equipment at customer premises or on site. Diagnose specific fault issues and action appropriately. Ensure all service information is read, understood and filed. Correctly file all service manuals and that they are consistently updated Undertake all work strictly in compliance with manufacturer guidelines and recommendations. Escalates the appropriate action in relation to broken or damaged company equipment. Works with the customer in mind, making sure that quality work standards are maintained consistently and that post work, the repair site is clean and left in a condition that satisfies the customer Submit and revise documentation based on comments received back from client and wider team. Be the main point of contact for technical issues on allocated projects. Recognise and communicate business opportunities within ongoing projects. Liaise with design engineer to ensure bespoke projects are on track. Ensure that high standards of health and safety in the workplace are maintained. Support lifting projects utilising your specialist engineering skill set and seek to broaden your skill set. Ensures that self-image is a key contributor to promoting company business and maintains both personal image and vehicle condition and cleanliness to an exceptional standard at all times. Willing to work alongside the wider team and learn new skills including lifting and moving machinery and vessel projects. Any other duties reasonably requested. Skills, Qualifications & Experience: Completion of a recognised apprenticeship to NVQ level 3 in a related industry Experience repairing, maintaining and inspecting Cranes Slinger & CSCS cards Can demonstrate testing and inspection techniques Can demonstrate ability to plan complex lifting operation Produce supporting documentation and experience of colour coding techniques Experienced in heavy lift operations Competent with Microsoft Office Driving license Knowledge of LOLER and PUWER Can demonstrate testing and inspection techniques Can demonstrate ability to plan complex lifting operation Good communication skills, ability to communicate at all levels Flexibility to support projects outside of normal hours Able to work as part of a team LEEA – progression through the modules Complete additional training to meet customer requirements. If you would like to apply for this role, please call David Watson on 01670 331846 or email your CV and Certs to david.watson@texorecruitment.co.uk

Location: Newcastle Upon Tyne, GB

Posted Date: 5/1/2025