At a Glance
- Tasks: Service and maintain port crane equipment in live environments.
- Company: Human Engineering, specialising in crane engineering across UK ports.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, overtime, specialist training, and long-term career progression.
- Other info: Permanent roles available across various UK port locations.
- Why this job: Join a niche sector and work on high-value, complex crane systems.
- Qualifications: Experience with port cranes or heavy lifting equipment is essential.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 45000 £ per year.
Location: UK Ports, including Scotland, South Coast, South East and wider UK locations
Salary: £40-45k basic + overtime + van + benefits
Job Type: Permanent
Human Engineering is speaking with experienced Crane Engineers who would be interested in current and upcoming opportunities across UK port environments. We are looking for engineers with experience working on port cranes, harbour cranes, ship-to-shore cranes, RTGs, RMGs, mobile harbour cranes or similar heavy lifting equipment.
The role involves:
- Service, maintenance and repair of port crane equipment
- Fault finding on electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and PLC/control systems
- Working on large-scale lifting equipment in live port environments
- Planned maintenance, breakdown response and inspection work
- Supporting commissioning, upgrades or refurbishment work depending on experience
- Completing service reports, technical paperwork and safety documentation
We would like to speak with candidates from backgrounds such as:
- Port Crane Engineer
- Harbour Crane Engineer
- Crane Service Engineer
- STS Crane Engineer
- RTG / RMG Engineer
- Mobile Harbour Crane Engineer
- Heavy Plant Engineer with port experience
- Marine Crane Engineer
- Electrical / Mechanical Maintenance Engineer from a port environment
Experience with equipment such as STS cranes, RTGs, RMGs, harbour mobile cranes, ship unloaders, Gottwald, Liebherr, Konecranes, Kalmar, ZPMC or similar heavy lifting equipment would be highly relevant.
This is a strong opportunity for engineers who want to work on complex, high-value crane systems rather than standard plant or industrial equipment.
What is on offer:
- Permanent opportunities across UK port locations
- Strong earning potential with overtime
- Specialist crane training
- Work on high-value port equipment
- Long-term progression in a niche engineering sector
Confidential discussion before any details are shared. ONLY APPLICANTS WITH CURRENT ELIGIBILITY TO WORK IN THE UK NEED APPLY AS NO SPONSORSHIP IS ON OFFER FOR THIS ROLE.
To apply, send your CV to apply@human-eng.co.uk or apply through LinkedIn.
Port Crane Engineer – UK Ports employer: Human Engineering
Human Engineering is an exceptional employer that values its employees by offering a dynamic work environment and opportunities for career advancement. With a focus on employee growth, the company provides extensive training and support, ensuring that you can develop your skills while enjoying the flexibility of a field-based role across beautiful locations in Devon and Cornwall. The culture promotes teamwork and innovation, making it a rewarding place to work for those passionate about engineering and customer service.
