The main purpose of the Chain Hoist Engineer is responsible for the maintenance, inspection, and repair of chain hoists and lifting equipment in compliance with the UK Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER). The role ensures the safe and efficient operation of lifting equipment used in various industrial settings.

• Proven experience in the installation, maintenance, and inspection of lifting equipment.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Ability to maintain a safe, clean and hazard-free environment and understand and comply with the Company’s Health and Safety Rules.
• Ability to follow and constructively work alongside others as required, contributing towards team efficiency.
• Positive attitude, with a desire to learn and progress​ within the Company.
• Reliable and Accountable: Willing to take to responsibility and ensure all tasks are fulfilled as required.
• Good computer skills including all Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and ability to be proactive.​
• Willingness to treat others with respect and participate in fostering a friendly, welcoming working environment.
• Ensure communications are clear and effective in order to facilitate cooperation and teamwork across the business.​
• Emphasis will be placed on the PRG Company values attached to this document.​

• Work as part of a team in the preparation, cleaning, verification, testing and returning of department specific, and associated equipment to Company standard and procedure.
• Conduct initial testing and adjustments to ensure equipment meets operational standards.
• Perform regular thorough examinations of chain hoists and lifting equipment to ensure compliance with LOLER requirements.
• Conduct load testing and functional testing to verify the integrity and safety of equipment.
• Document inspection findings and maintain accurate records.
• Sort and place materials or items onto the racks, shelves and locations.
• Assist with stock control duties shipping / receiving.
• Complete warehouse orders for delivery or pickup according to schedule.
• Update and fulfil equipment orders and ensure damaged or faulty equipment is logged on the order management system in a timely manner and is communicated to the Line Manager.
• Inform the Head of Department of any shortages of equipment / consumables for forthcoming jobs.
• Check sub-hired equipment upon receipt of and prior to return, ensuring items are complete and in the same condition as received from supplier.
• Ensure quality standards are maintained at all times.
• Work alongside team members and across departments constructively.
• Keep up to date with the latest technology within the designated department.
• Ensure the LEAN process is adhered to at all times.
• Ensure the warehouse is kept tidy and orderly at all times.
• Assist in the undertaking of stock cycle counts with the department when scheduled.
• Apply safe lifting practices at all times.
• Ensure that the Company's policies, procedures and obligations are adhered to in carrying out all duties.

The above list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be exhaustive. Employees are expected to adopt additional tasks when required, these tasks will be in keeping with the general profile of the role.