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Lifting Inspection Technician - Permanent

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Dutton Recruitment (Sheffield Engineering) are currently recruiting:

We are looking for Lifting Inspection Technician for a permanent position based with our client on Teesside.

Immediate start available (subject to interview process)

Salary is £35,000 to £40,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Key Responsibilities of Role

* Conduct statutory thorough examinations and inspections of lifting equipment, accessories and machines in accordance with LOLER and PUWER requirements.
* Inspect and test a wide variety of lifting accessories and equipment, including but not limited to racking, chain slings, wire rope slings, shackles, hooks and eyebolts.
* Complete accurate inspection reports and certification records, ensuring compliance and traceability via our digital system, Core.
* Identify and report defects, unsafe conditions or non-compliance issues to customers promptly.
* Provide advice and guidance to customers on remedial actions, safe use and maintenance of lifting equipment.
* Liaise with customers on-site to explain findings, ensuring they understand compliance requirements.
* Support the service team in maintaining equipment standards and contribute to audits when required.
* Promote safe lifting practices and uphold the company's safety, quality and compliance standards.

Day to Day Tasks

* Travelling to customer sites in a company vehicle.
* Carrying out planned thorough examinations and statutory inspections.
* Recording inspection findings clearly in accordance with company and legal requirements.
* Tagging and identifying inspected equipment as compliant or quarantined.
* Supporting repairs, replacements or follow-up inspections where required.
* Advising customers on improvements to lifting operations and compliance obligations.
* Ensuring documentation is up to date and submitted promptly for compliance records

Key Skills and Experience

* Minimum 3 years' experience in lifting equipment inspection, service or maintenance.
* Strong understanding of LOLER, PUWER and relevant industry legislation.
* Knowledge and practical experience of lifting equipment, accessories and associated safety standards.
* Familiarity with LEEA codes of practice and willingness to work towards or hold a LEEA Diploma/qualifications.
* Competence in identifying defects and non-compliance in lifting equipment.
* Excellent communication and customer-facing skills, with the ability to explain inspection outcomes clearly.
* High attention to detail and strong record-keeping skills.
* Valid UK Driving Licence (essential).

In the first instance, send CV's to sheffeng@duttonrecruitment.com or call 0114 2200888 (option 1) for Engineering.

Dutton Recruitment are working as an Employment Business on behalf of our client.

Salary:
£35000 - £40000 per annum

Location:
County Durham,
England

Duration:
Permanent

Reference:
55370/1