Engineer Surveyor

  • Reed
  • Feb 01, 2026
Full time Construction

Job Description

Role: Engineer Surveyor - Crane / Lift - South East London (Inner M25)

Location:Field-based with daily travel to client sites. Travel is minimised where possible with localised geographical areas.

Salary:£42,148 to £45,232 pa£6,000 location allowance (SE postcode only)£5,000pa Car Allowance / Company Car£2,500 Retention FeeOT availableUp to 12% PensionHealth Care and other flexible benefits

Role Purpose

To carry out high-quality inspections ensuring various crane and lifting equipment (MEWPs, HIAB, Cranes, FLTs) is compliant with current regulatory and statutory requirements under LOLER & PUWER.

To operate within agreed authorities, inspection processes, and Health & Safety standards while maintaining a strong customer focus and delivering optimal service.

To produce and deliver inspection reports using the client's best-in-class tools for on-site reporting and immediate customer access. This includes keeping up to date with changes in relevant standards and legislation, acting as an advisor to high-profile clients, and delivering customer excellence in a professional, friendly, and authoritative manner expected of all client-facing surveyors.

What does it take to apply?

As a globally trusted inspection provider, the client holds several accreditations and complies with regulations including UKAS accreditation, SAFed membership, and SAFed Standard SS01 compliance.

Candidate requirements for Mechanical Inspection roles:

  • Minimum NVQ4, HNC, HND or equivalent mechanical engineering qualification
  • LEEA qualifications alone are not applicable, but are preferred alongside a mechanically biased engineering qualification
  • Minimum three to five years' post-qualification experience working with relevant equipment
  • Current clean UK driving licence

What's in it for you?

  • Salary of £42,148 to £45,232 pa
  • £6,000 location allowance (SE postcode only)
  • £5,000pa car allowance / Company Car
  • £2,500 retention fee paid at year end
  • 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays, option to buy/sell 5 days, plus the ability to carry over 5 days
  • Combined pension contributions of up to 12%
  • Annual salary review
  • Enhanced support with a designated planner for your geographical area
  • Health & Wellbeing support including Mental Health First Aiders, Employee Assistance Programme, and Smart Health Services
  • £40,000 training investment
  • Working for an industry-leading global inspection company certified as a UK Top Employer for the last nine years