Gantry Crane Specialist

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to fill the role of Gantry Crane Specialist in Konecranes Demag UK Limited. This is an excellent opportunity for a young engineer to develop their skills and expertise in the maintenance and repair of overhead gantry cranes.

The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining, repairing, servicing, and upgrading electrical and mechanical plant equipment. This includes working on a variety of projects, including motors, switchgear, cables & conductors, pumps, valves, gearboxes, pipework, integrated electromechanical power, and control systems.

You will work closely with experienced professionals to develop your skills and knowledge. You will also be trained in relevant industry health and safety standards, regulations, and environmental and regulatory requirements.

This role offers a fantastic opportunity to secure a full-time permanent position as a Service Technician upon completion. 100% of our UK Apprentices have gained permanent employment in Konecranes after completing the Apprentice Programme.

**Key Skills and Qualifications:**

• Minimum 17 years old entry age
• A minimum of 5 GCSEs with Grade 4/C (or equivalent) or above including Maths, English, and Science
• Able to climb ladders and work at heights
• You must be able to travel to a designated college in your area
• You must live local/within commuting distance (30 miles) of the Branch location
• IT skills

**What We Offer:**

• An estimated salary of £25,000 - £35,000 per annum
• Opportunity to complete an Advanced Level Apprenticeship in Engineering Manufacturing
• Full-time permanent position as a Service Technician upon completion