At a Glance
- Tasks: Learn to maintain and repair impressive cranes while gaining hands-on experience.
- Company: Join Ainscough Crane Hire, the UK's leading crane hire company.
- Benefits: Earn while you learn, with fully funded training and paid travel.
- Other info: Dynamic apprenticeship with structured training and support from industry experts.
- Why this job: Kickstart your engineering career with real opportunities for growth.
- Qualifications: No experience needed, just a passion for mechanics and GCSE Maths and English.
The predicted salary is between 18000 - 25000 £ per year.
Location: Southampton
Duration: 4-Year Apprenticeship Programme
Do you enjoy fixing things, working with tools, rebuilding engines, maintaining machinery, or figuring out how things work? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Ainscough Crane Hire is looking for the next generation of Apprentice Crane Mechanics to join our industry-leading team. This is your chance to earn while you learn, gain nationally recognised qualifications, and build a career maintaining some of the largest and most impressive cranes in the UK.
No previous experience is required, but a genuine interest in mechanics, engineering, vehicles, plant equipment, or machinery is essential.
Why Choose Ainscough Crane Hire?
As the UK's leading crane hire company, we operate from locations across the country and work on some of the nation's most exciting construction and infrastructure projects. Our cranes help build hospitals, schools, bridges, renewable energy projects, stadiums and major developments across the UK. This isn't just an apprenticeship. It's the start of a skilled career with real opportunities for progression and long-term development.
What You'll Be Doing
Working alongside experienced Crane Technicians and Maintenance Supervisors, you'll gain hands‑on experience in:
- Servicing and maintaining mobile cranes
- Diagnosing faults and assisting with repairs
- Supporting breakdown and emergency maintenance activities
- Learning preventative maintenance techniques
- Using specialist tools and workshop equipment
- Recording service and maintenance activities
- Maintaining the highest safety standards
- Developing technical knowledge of complex lifting equipment
Every day will be different, with plenty of opportunities to learn from experienced professionals who are experts in their field.
Training & Qualifications
Throughout your apprenticeship you'll receive structured training both on the job and through block release learning at Myerscough College. During the programme you'll work towards:
- NVQ Level 1, 2 and 3 in Plant Maintenance
- Industry-recognised qualifications
- Practical skills and technical expertise
- A strong foundation for a long‑term engineering career
Travel, accommodation and associated college costs are fully funded by Ainscough Crane Hire.
Who We're Looking For
We're interested in people with curiosity, enthusiasm and a genuine passion for mechanics. You might already:
- Work on cars, bikes, tractors or machinery in your spare time
- Enjoy taking things apart and putting them back together
- Have a practical mindset and enjoy problem‑solving
- Be interested in engineering, mechanics or construction equipment
- Want to learn a skilled trade and build a long-term career
You'll also need:
- GCSE Maths and English Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent)
- A positive attitude and willingness to learn
- Good communication skills
- The ability to work safely as part of a team
What's In It For You?
- Earn while you learn
- Fully funded apprenticeship programme
- Paid travel and accommodation for college attendance
- PPE provided
- Ongoing development and support
- 24 days annual leave, increasing with service
- Access to our Ainscough Advantage benefits platform
- A recognised qualification and career path with the UK's leading crane company
Opportunities Like This Don't Come Around Often
Our Apprentice Crane Mechanic programme is designed to develop the skilled engineers of the future, providing the training, support and experience needed to build a successful long‑term career. These apprenticeship opportunities are highly sought after, and applications are expected to be highly competitive. If you're ready to learn, develop and work on some of the most impressive lifting equipment in the country, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and start your journey with Ainscough Crane Hire.
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Ainscough Crane Hire is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises safety and employee well-being in the dynamic environment of Feltham, West London. With generous benefits including 24 days of annual leave, group life assurance, and a pension plan, the company fosters growth opportunities for its employees while embracing diversity and inclusion in its hiring practices.
