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Engineer Surveyor - Lifting Equipment
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Engineer Surveyor (Lifting Equipment / PUWER) – London & Southeast UK
£400 per day (outside IR35) + mileage + overnight accommodation (as required) + varied & interesting long-term contract project work
We are looking to engage with an experienced Engineer Surveyor (Lifting Equipment / PUWER) on an ongoing contract basis to assist a variety of clients in managing their risks associated with large industrial machinery, mobile plant, lifting & access equipment etc.
Most projects will be covering the Southwest UK, so Bristol & surrounds would be a good location - a willingness to travel to other parts of the UK for certain projects would also be appreciated.
Engineer Surveyor (Lifting Equipment / PUWER) responsibilities include:
- Carry out lifting machinery safety inspections under PUWER 1998 (L22 ACoP)
- Assess equipment compliance – including maintenance, inspection, training, and alignment with UKCA/EC directives
- Equipment for inspection can include Escalators, Lifts (Passenger & Goods), Elevated Mobile Work platforms, overhead Gantry Cranes, Travelators, Forklifts and more.
- Identify hazards during PUWER inspections and recommend appropriate control measures
- Write clear, action-focused reports with technical detail
- Support the quality and consistency of our Machinery Safety services
- Provide clients with innovative, effective safety solutions
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Engineer Surveyor (Lifting Equipment / PUWER) profile:
- You hold a recognised Machinery Safety/PUWER inspection qualification (e.g. HSL) or equivalent experience / qualification
- You’ve completed (or are working towards) NEBOSH NGC or similar.
- You hold membership with IOSH or another relevant body
- You have working knowledge of Machinery Risk Assessments to include Escalators, Lifts (Passenger & Goods), Elevated Mobile Work platforms, overhead Gantry Cranes, Travelators and more.
- You’re experienced in writing technical reports (e.g. PUWER, LOLER)
- You’re confident with Microsoft Office and mobile tech for reporting
- You hold a full UK driving licence & have use of your own car
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