Apprentice Lifting Equipment Engineer
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Company: J D LIFTING LTD
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Location: IPSWICH, IP8 3HE
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
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Sector: Engineering and manufacturing
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Ref: NAS-2000025560
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Application Deadline Date: 02/08/2026
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Start Date: 10/08/2026
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Positions Available: 2
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Working Week: Monday to Friday 8:30am – 5:00pm. (Some flexibility may be required depending on site work).
Brief Description
Train to become a qualified Lifting Equipment Engineer, learning to inspect, test, service and maintain lifting equipment in accordance with LOLER regulations. A hands-on role working both on-site and in our workshop.
Training to be Provided
- Certificate in Engineering Operations (knowledge) Level 2
- Diploma in Engineering Operations (skills) Level 2
- English and Maths (if required)
Future Prospects
Successful apprentices will have the opportunity to progress into a fully qualified Lifting Equipment Engineer role within the company.
Long-term prospects include:
- Senior Engineer
- Specialist Inspector
- Workshop Supervisor
- Potential Management responsibilities
Vacancy Detail
- Work alongside experienced engineers
- Carry out LOLER thorough examinations on lifting equipment
- Inspect chains, slings, shackles, hoists and lifting accessories
- Complete inspection reports and certification paperwork
- Service and maintain lifting equipment
- Repair and assemble lifting accessories
- Understand relevant safety standards and regulations
- Communicate professionally with customers on-site
- Work safely in workshop and site environments
- Work at our Ipswich workshop premises and site-based work at customer locations
- Build knowledge and responsibility as your skills develop
Other Information
In addition to completing this application, the employer has requested a CV and covering letter to be emailed to: sarah@jdlifting.com
Other things to consider about the role:
- It involves physical work and manual handling
- It involves working both indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions
- Early starts may occasionally be required for site work
- A full driving licence will be advantageous as the role develops