Hoist Engineer

Location: Irlam, Manchester - field-based with regional travel

• Salary: £33,280 – £45,760(£14–£22 per hour dependent on experience)
• Hours: Mon–Thu 07:15–16:15, Fri 07:15–13:15 (40 hours/week)
• Holidays: 22 days plus 8 bank holidays
• Pension: Auto-enrolment
• Parking: Free onsite parking
• Additional perks:
• Overtime opportunities
• Use of a Company Vehicle
• Uniform and full PPE provided

We’re supporting a growing, well-established SME that’s rapidly scaling its hoist-hire operations across the UK. With sustained investment, an expanding project portfolio and a commitment to operational excellence, the business is strengthening its engineering team with an additional Hoist Engineer.

This is a hands-on, customer-facing field role focused on the safe installation, servicing and maintenance of both inclined and vertical hoisting equipment used widely within construction settings. You’ll join a close, experienced engineering team and play a key part in ensuring clients can move materials safely and efficiently at height.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Installing, maintaining and repairing a variety of rental hoist systems, including vertical and inclined models.
• Working predominantly along the M62 corridor, with wider coverage across the North West and Yorkshire.
• Taking on occasional nationwide assignments, including some overnight travel when required.
• Representing the company as a key technical contact, delivering excellent service on every site.
• Using digital tablet systems to complete job sheets, compliance notes and site documentation.
• Reporting to the Irlam depot each morning before heading out to customer locations.

Working Environment

• A stable and established SME with a strong technical reputation in the hoist-hire market.
• You’ll join a team of six skilled engineers with deep sector knowledge.
• A progressive culture where operational improvement and safety sit at the heart of decision-making.
• Clear reporting lines into the Engineering Manager.
• A supportive, practical team who pride themselves on quality, collaboration and service delivery.

About You

We’re looking for a practical engineer who enjoys variety, autonomy and problem-solving in the field.

You’ll bring:

• Hands-on experience in mechanical, electrical, plant or site-based engineering environments.
• Strong mechanical and electrical awareness.
• Confidence working at height and in physically demanding settings.
• A proactive, customer-focused approach with strong problem-solving ability.
• The ability to work independently while contributing positively to a wider team.
• Full UK driving licence (Trailer licence an advantage but not essential).
• CSCS card or NVQ Level 2/3 in Plant Installations desirable but not required.

You’ll fit in if you’re:

• Practical, safety-minded and solutions-oriented.
• Comfortable working both solo and within a small team.
• Reliable, hands-on, and motivated by delivering high-quality engineering work.

Training & Development

• Ongoing, hands-on training from an experienced engineering team.
• Exposure to specialist hoisting systems and advanced lifting technologies.
• Genuine opportunities for progression as the business continues its growth trajectory.