Hoist Engineer
hace 8 días
Manchester
Hoist Engineer Location: Irlam, Manchester - field-based with regional travel • Salary: £33,280 – £45,760(£14–£22 per hour dependent on experience), • Hours: Mon–Thu 07:15–16:15, Fri 07:15–13:15 (40 hours/week), • Holidays: 22 days plus 8 bank holidays, • Pension: Auto-enrolment, • Parking: Free onsite parking, • Additional perks:, • Overtime opportunities, • Use of a Company Vehicle, • Uniform and full PPE provided We’re supporting a growing, well-established SME that’s rapidly scaling its hoist-hire operations across the UK. With sustained investment, an expanding project portfolio and a commitment to operational excellence, the business is strengthening its engineering team with an additional Hoist Engineer. This is a hands-on, customer-facing field role focused on the safe installation, servicing and maintenance of both inclined and vertical hoisting equipment used widely within construction settings. You’ll join a close, experienced engineering team and play a key part in ensuring clients can move materials safely and efficiently at height. What You’ll Be Doing • Installing, maintaining and repairing a variety of rental hoist systems, including vertical and inclined models., • Working predominantly along the M62 corridor, with wider coverage across the North West and Yorkshire., • Taking on occasional nationwide assignments, including some overnight travel when required., • Representing the company as a key technical contact, delivering excellent service on every site., • Using digital tablet systems to complete job sheets, compliance notes and site documentation., • Reporting to the Irlam depot each morning before heading out to customer locations. Working Environment • A stable and established SME with a strong technical reputation in the hoist-hire market., • You’ll join a team of six skilled engineers with deep sector knowledge., • A progressive culture where operational improvement and safety sit at the heart of decision-making., • Clear reporting lines into the Engineering Manager., • A supportive, practical team who pride themselves on quality, collaboration and service delivery. About You We’re looking for a practical engineer who enjoys variety, autonomy and problem-solving in the field. You’ll bring: • Hands-on experience in mechanical, electrical, plant or site-based engineering environments., • Strong mechanical and electrical awareness., • Confidence working at height and in physically demanding settings., • A proactive, customer-focused approach with strong problem-solving ability., • The ability to work independently while contributing positively to a wider team., • Full UK driving licence (Trailer licence an advantage but not essential)., • CSCS card or NVQ Level 2/3 in Plant Installations desirable but not required. You’ll fit in if you’re: • Practical, safety-minded and solutions-oriented., • Comfortable working both solo and within a small team., • Reliable, hands-on, and motivated by delivering high-quality engineering work. Training & Development • Ongoing, hands-on training from an experienced engineering team., • Exposure to specialist hoisting systems and advanced lifting technologies., • Genuine opportunities for progression as the business continues its growth trajectory.