Overhead Crane Service Engineer (Electrical Bias)

Description:

JMB21 - Overhead Crane Service Engineer (Electrical Bias)

Location: Sussex / East Hampshire / East Kent (Ideal base location)

Salary: £40,(Apply online only) - £50,(Apply online only) + Package - OTE £70,(Apply online only)+

Benefits: New company van, paid travel time, enhanced overtime rates

Overview:

We are looking for an experienced Electrically Biased Overhead Crane Service Engineer to join a highly skilled specialist engineering team operating across major industrial sites throughout the South East.

This is far more than a standard service role - it’s an opportunity to become part of a respected and growing business working on critical lifting equipment within demanding industrial environments. The position offers a varied and technically rewarding workload covering maintenance, fault finding, breakdown response, repair, upgrades, and installation of overhead and gantry cranes, with a strong focus on electrical systems, drives, and industrial controls.

You’ll be joining a company that genuinely invests in its engineers, offering long-term stability, industry-leading training, and clear progression into senior engineering and specialist technical positions. Engineers are trusted, valued, and given the autonomy to develop their skills while working alongside an experienced and supportive team.

The package offers excellent earning potential through overtime, travel opportunities, and ongoing development, making this an outstanding opportunity for engineers looking to build a long-term career in a highly specialised sector.

Applications are welcomed from experienced crane engineers, industrial electricians, maintenance engineers, and ex-military personnel with strong electrical and fault-finding backgrounds.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Service and maintain overhead and gantry cranes
Electrical & mechanical fault finding on 3-phase systems
Repair motors, controls, brakes, and safety systems
Work on pendant and radio control systems
Install and commission crane equipment and upgrades
Carry out LOLER inspections and safety checks
Respond to breakdowns across industrial sites
Complete accurate service reports
Overtime & Pay Structure

Paid travel time (home to site and return) at single time
Overtime before 08:00 & after 16:30: 1.5x Hourly 
Saturday: 1.5x Hourly
Sunday: 2x Hourly
What We’re Looking For:

Experienced crane, lifting equipment, or industrial electrical engineer
Strong fault-finding ability (3-phase / control systems)
Mechanical understanding of industrial equipment
Confident working independently in the field
Full UK driving licence
Strong discipline, reliability, and attention to detail
Ex-military personnel strongly encouraged to apply
Desirable Qualifications & Experience

NVQ / City & Guilds in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
Knowledge of LOLER / PUWER regulations
Experience with PLC systems and fault diagnosis
LEEA or equivalent lifting equipment certification
What’s on Offer

1-year-old new van
OTE up to £70,(Apply online only)+
Strong overtime structure
Clear progression into senior and specialist roles
Long-term stability in a specialist engineering sector
Pension scheme
If you’re an experienced engineer looking for a high-responsibility role with strong pay, independence, and progression, this is a serious long-term opportunity