
Tower Crane Technician
Job Title: Tower Crane Technician – Self-Erecting Cranes (Depot & Field-Based)
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Location: Colne, Lancashire (with national travel and overnight stays as required)
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:30am – 4:00pm (30-minute unpaid lunch break).
Overtime available, including out-of-hours field work when needed.
Salary: £Competitive (DOE)
Benefits:
- Company vehicle
- Company mobile phone
- Pension scheme
- Premier Inn Business Card for overnight stays
- Enhanced annual leave based on service (first increase of one day after 2 years)
- On the job training
About the Company:
Falcon Tower Crane Services is part of the Falcon Group – the UK’s largest tower crane supplier and one of the largest globally, operating nearly 450 tower cranes.
We’re also part of a wider group offering power generation and freight services across the UK.
Due to our continued growth, we are seeking a skilled and committed Self Erecting Tower Crane Technician to join our team, focusing on self-erecting cranes both at our depot and on-site.
The successful applicant should have previous experience working as a Plant Technician within the Construction Industry.
The Role:
As a Self-Erecting Tower Crane Technician, you will work within our dedicated Self-Erecting Tower Crane Department.
You will be responsible for:
- Erecting and dismantling self-erecting tower cranes
- Servicing our fleet of self-erecting tower cranes
- Working collaboratively within the Self-Erecting Tower Crane Department
- Travelling across the UK and working away from home as and when required
What We’re Looking For:
Essential Experience & Qualifications:
- Previous experience working as a Plant Technician within the construction industry
- NVQ Level 2 in Plant Maintenance
- NVQ Level 2 in Engineering
- Full, clean UK Driving Licence
Desirable:
- Level 3 Award in the Requirements for Electrical Installations BS 7671 (18th Edition)
Key Skills & Personal Attributes:
- Experience in fault finding and problem solving
- Competence with 3-phase electrical supplies, low voltage AC and DC control circuits, and PLC systems
- Understanding of hydraulic systems
- Ability to follow manufacturer guidelines and safe systems of work
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
- Clear communication and strong customer service skills
- Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure
- Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions (PPE provided)
- Flexible approach to working hours and tasks
- Commitment to safety and following company procedures
- Physically fit and confident working at height
- Positive attitude, good timekeeping, and a desire to learn and develop
This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on, technically skilled individual to join an industry leader and build a rewarding career with ongoing development and real career progression.
If you have the experience and ambition to match, we’d love to hear from you.
- Start: ASAP
- Duration: Full Time, Permanent
- Rate: £Competitive (DOE)
- Location: Colne, Lancashire
- Type: Permanent
- Industry: Engineering
- Recruiter: i4 Recruitment
- Tel: 01603 415100
- Email: to view click here
- Reference: FTC-7633
- Posted: 2025-07-03 10:25:45 -
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