Electrical Crane Technician

Electrical Crane Technician
Location: Teesside

Wolviston Management Services are proud to be supporting a leading heavy manufacturing organisation in Teesside in the appointment of an experienced Electrical Crane Technician.

This is a key role within a high-hazard, fast-paced industrial environment where reliability, safety and engineering excellence are critical to operational success. You will play a vital part in maintaining and improving overhead crane systems and associated electrical equipment, ensuring plant availability and production continuity.
 
The Role
Reporting into the Engineering Supervisor, you will take ownership of electrical maintenance, fault finding and continuous improvement activities across a fleet of overhead cranes and lifting equipment operating within a heavy industrial setting.
This is a hands-on position suited to a time-served Electrical Technician who thrives in a challenging manufacturing environment and is confident working at height.
 
Key Responsibilities

• Deliver reactive and planned maintenance across overhead cranes and lifting systems
• Diagnose and repair electrical faults on motors, drives, control panels, inverters and PLC systems
• Conduct inspections, testing and preventative maintenance activities in line with statutory and site requirements
• Support upgrades, refurbishments and improvement projects to enhance crane reliability
• Work safely at height, adhering strictly to permit systems and isolation procedures
• Complete maintenance documentation accurately using CMMS systems (e.g. SAP)
• Collaborate closely with mechanical teams and production departments to minimise downtime
• Ensure all work is carried out in compliance with health, safety and environmental standards

 
What We're Looking For

• Time-served Electrical Apprenticeship (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (desirable)
• Proven experience maintaining overhead cranes within heavy industry (steel, ports, manufacturing, process or similar)
• Strong fault-finding capability across motors, contactors, drives and PLC-controlled systems
• Experience working with high voltage or industrial power distribution systems
• Comfortable working at height and in demanding industrial environments
• A proactive mindset with a strong commitment to safety and continuous improvement

What's On Offer

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
• Shift allowance (if applicable)
• Overtime opportunities
• Pension and enhanced benefits package
• Structured training and long-term career development within a large industrial employer

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established engineering team within a critical manufacturing operation on Teesside. If you're an Electrical Technician with crane experience looking for your next challenge, we'd welcome a confidential conversation.