Lifting Inspection Technician in Billingham

Astute's Nuclear Team is partnering with a Teeside-based specialist providing crane servicing, maintenance, inspections and lifting compliance to industrial clients across the UK. They are looking to recruit a Lifting Inspection Technician for the Teeside depot and cover a small patch across the North East region. The Lifting Inspection Technician comes with a salary up to £40,000 per annum, company van (that can be used for personal use) and a wealth of additional benefits. If you're working in an inspection or assessment position and working with cranes, we'd love to talk with you. Submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties of the Lifting Inspection Technician

• Reporting to the Engineering Services Manager you will:
• Conduct LOLER and PUWER inspections of lifting equipment.
• Inspect lifting accessories including slings, shackles, hooks and eyebolts.
• Complete accurate digital inspection reports and certification.
• Identify and report defects and compliance issues.
• Advise customers on remedial actions and safe equipment use.
• Explain inspection findings and compliance requirements to customers.
• Tag equipment as compliant or quarantine where necessary.
• Support repairs, replacements and follow-up inspections.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date compliance records.
• Promote safe lifting practices and company standards.
• Travel to customer sites using a company vehicle.
• Support service team audits and equipment standards.

Professional qualifications

• Several years experience in lifting equipment servicing, maintenance, or inspections.
• A strong understanding of LOLER, PUWER, and industry legislation.
• An understanding of LEEA codes of practice (holding or willing to work towards LEEA Diploma/Quals).
• A full UK drivers licence.

Personal skills

• The Lifting Inspection Technician would suit someone who has:
• Customer interfacing skills (able to communicate clearly).
• Strong record keeping skills.

Salary and benefits of the Lifting Inspection Technician role

• A base salary up to £40,000 per annum.
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (33 total).
• Company van (can be used for personal use).
• Ongoing technical training.
• Structured career development & career progression opportunities.
• On demand GP and employee assistance programme.
• Employee discounts.

Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.