Rotation Offshore Crane Technician

Employer undisclosedRole managed by a recruiter

Maintain, troubleshoot and service offshore cranes on a 2‑week rotation basis.

12 days ago ago

£65,000 - £70,000

Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years), Junior (1-3 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years)

Full Time

England, United Kingdom

Field

Your recruiting firm

Began with just 8 staff and quickly expanded, moving into a custom-built office at Spinner Point.
Anchors a network of satellite offices in Huddersfield, Leeds, Scunthorpe, Leicester, and Salisbury.
Offers five core divisions: Automotive, Construction, Engineering, Industrial & Driving, and Professional Support.
Recruiters have industry backgrounds and place candidates in roles from HGV technicians to sales leaders.
Construction & Modular division handles both permanent and temp roles across off-site and on-site projects nationwide.
Automotive arm has specialist streams for bus & coach, cars, trucks & vans, and workshop support roles.

Role

Description

maintenance

fault repair

commissioning

spare parts

reporting

rigging

Conduct preventative and corrective maintenance to maximise uptime and operational safety.
Collaborate with other technicians and offshore teams to meet project and operational goals.
Maintain accurate documentation and deliver clear, detailed service reports.
Work from technical drawings and schematics to resolve issues efficiently.
Perform electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical fault-finding and repairs on cranes, including systems from leading manufacturers (e.g. Liebherr, Kenz).
Carry out servicing, maintenance, troubleshooting, and commissioning of offshore cranes and associated lifting equipment.
Assist with identifying and sourcing spare parts as required.
Support lifting operations and rigging activities, always ensuring full HSEQ compliance.

Requirements

bosiet

plc

apprenticeship

driving licence

problem solving

offshore experience

We’re looking for true all-rounders — engineers with solid electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical expertise who can confidently handle maintenance, fault finding, and repairs across a range of offshore crane systems.

We are currently seeking experienced, multi-skilled Offshore Crane Technicians for long-term rotational positions supporting crane operations across UK offshore assets. This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected global engineering team, working with advanced crane systems in a demanding and rewarding offshore environment.

Comfortable working at height and in offshore conditions.
Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills on electro-mechanical and hydraulic systems.
Offshore certification (BOSIET & MIST) – training can be provided if required.
Stable multi-year contract with structured offshore rotations.
IT literate, with the ability to produce accurate, professional reports.
Time-served apprenticeship or equivalent qualification in Electrical, Mechanical, or Hydraulic Engineering.
Valid UK or Irish driving licence.
OPITO Stage 2/3 Crane Operator certification (advantageous but not essential).
Proven offshore experience in crane maintenance, inspection, and repair.
Familiarity with PLC control systems and load monitoring systems (e.g. MIPEG or PAT).

Benefits

Benefits: 31 Days Holiday | Contributory Pension | Private Healthcare | Loyalty Bonus | Ongoing Training & Development

Earnings: Circa £65,000 – £70,000 per annum (based on 2/2 rotation)

Opportunity to work with leading crane technologies within a world-class offshore environment.
Ongoing professional development and access to specialist technical training.
Competitive salary circa £65,000 – £70,000 per annum (based on 2/2 rotation).
Excellent benefits package including private healthcare, pension options, and 31 days annual leave.