Project Technician at Konecranes

Thornbury, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

21 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Electrical Qualification, Mechanical Qualification, Project Coordination, Safety Documentation, Vendor Management, IT Skills, Independent Work, Problem Solving

Industry

Machinery Manufacturing

Description

Company Description At Konecranes, we believe that great customer experience is built on the people behind the Konecranes name. Everything we do, we do with passion and drive. We believe diversity drives business success and is the foundation for our growth. We welcome different backgrounds and skills that enrich our community and we promote a place where we can ALL be ourselves. This is what makes Konecranes a unique place to work. Job Description We are recruiting a Project Technician to join the team on a full time, permanent basis based in the south of the UK. The role of Project Technician works within the Projects team - Modernisations and Installations, and coordinates the activities, resources and tasks that relate to a specific project and ensures jobs costs are kept within quoted parameters and provides progress reports to Project Manager. Based in the south of the UK, the role will require the successful candidate to be willing to travel and stay overnight as and when the project requires this (accommodation and subsistence will be provided). This role would ideally suit an electrically or mechanically qualified engineer, who is looking to further their career within a project environment. You will report to the Project Manager. You will: Deliver site-based projects in a hands-on capacity. Conduct project related tasks independently and support the Project Manager in daily tasks and takes responsibility in their absence. Lead sub-projects under supervision of the Project Manager. Assist in the preparation of Safety Documentation (SSOW, SSA, RAMS, Lift Planning) Training to be provided as required. Ensure the site team has all necessary resources to enable the project to be carried out successfully. Meet with the project team (Technicians & Field Supervisors), ensuring that each team member understands their responsibilities and accountabilities. Manage vendor relationships, relaying information between the project management and client. Coordinate queries and escalates points of concern to appropriate stakeholders, monitoring resolution and updating all involved. Development and innovation: Carry out day-to-day project coordination activities, analyse and improve current ways of working using where possible. Qualifications What we are looking for from you: Electrically or mechanically qualified Involvement in engineering projects IOSH qualified (preferred) Must be willing and able to travel (sometime stay overnight) throughout the south of the UK when required. IT skills such as MS Office Ability to work independently and adapt if problems occur. Additional Information We offer: A competitive base salary Annual bonus Paid travel time Generous overtime and double time at weekends Contributory pension + life assurance + income protection insurance A Company van with satnav, corporate clothing and smart phone are provided. Employee Share Save Scheme Retail, grocery, DIY, and leisure discounts Employee Assistance Programme Why Join Us? Safety is our #1 priority and our mantra is “Life Saving Behaviours”; recognising our commitment to this we have been awarded the RoSPA Gold Medal Award (for 6 consecutive years Golds) for our UK company safety performance making us a market leader in employee safety. Our rigorous sustainability work has been rewarded with a gold rating from Eco-Vadis for the fourth straight year. We are ranked in the top 2% of all rated companies globally, and in the top 1%of general-purpose machinery peers. When you join Konecranes you immediately notice a strong sense of commitment, camaraderie, and lots of opportunities to grow professionally within our organisation, as we believe that sustainable growth is a result of a strong responsible performance. Konecranes moves what matters. We are a global leader in material handling solutions, serving a broad range of customers across multiple industries. We consistently set the industry benchmark, from everyday improvements to the breakthroughs at moments that matter most, because we know we can always find a safer, more productive and sustainable way. That's why, with 16 000+ professionals in over 50 countries, we are trusted every day to lift, handle and move what the world needs. Konecranes is committed to ensuring that all employees and job applicants are treated fairly in an environment which is free from any form of discrimination. Job Category: Service Employee Group: Employee Employment Type: Undefined term Full-time/part-time position: Full-time Workplace Type: Field Service

Responsibilities

The Project Technician will coordinate activities, resources, and tasks related to specific projects, ensuring job costs are maintained within quoted parameters. They will also support the Project Manager and lead sub-projects as needed.