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Posted 15 August, 2026

Field based Crane Technician

Talent Guardian
Ferndown, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

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  • Salary: Up to £45,000 DOE
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  • Salary: Up to £45,000 DOE
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  • Location: Field-based - Southern England
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Salary: Up to £45,000 DOEHours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am-5:00pmLocation: Field-based - Southern EnglandOvertime: Regular overtime available, paid at time and a half We are currently recruiting for a Field-Based Crane Technician to join an established engineering and service business. This is a hands-on, mobile role covering customer sites across Southern England. You'll be responsible for carrying out planned servicing, repairs and attending breakdowns, working independently from a fully equipped company van. The position would suit someone with a strong mechanical or engineering background who has knowledge of hydraulics and electrics and is looking for a varied field-based position. The Role Your responsibilities will include:\n
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  • Carrying out scheduled servicing and repairs on cranes
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  • Attending breakdowns and diagnosing faults
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  • Travelling to customer sites across Southern England
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  • Working with hydraulic and electrical systems
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  • Carrying out work accurately and to a high standard
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  • Managing your workload while working independently
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  • Completing additional duties as required
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About You We're looking for someone who:\n
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  • Has a good level of mechanical and technical knowledge
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  • Has a basic understanding of hydraulics and electrics
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  • Has an interest in cranes and lifting equipment
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  • Is comfortable working independently in a field-based role
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  • Is methodical, organised and reliable
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  • Has excellent attention to detail
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  • Can work to deadlines and follow instructions
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  • Has good communication skills
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  • Is punctual and dependable
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  • Is happy travelling throughout Southern England
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What's on Offer\n
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  • Up to £45,000 DOE
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  • Monday to Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm
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  • Regular overtime opportunities
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  • Overtime paid at time and a half
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  • Occasional Saturday working when required
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  • Fully equipped field-based van
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  • Manufacturer/product training provided
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  • Varied field-based role with plenty of independence
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There is regular overtime associated with the position, particularly for early starts when attending customer sites. Saturday work may also be required from time to time. If you're a mechanically minded Technician looking for a field-based position with plenty of variety, we'd be keen to hear from you.