LOLER Inspector

Industrial Recruitment Solutions are currently recruiting for a LOLER Inspector for their manufacturing Client in the Birmingham area. This is an excellent opportunity to secure a permanent role within a fast-paced and well-established manufacturing operation. Hours:

• Monday to Friday
• Full-time, permanent position
• Flexibility may be required depending on operational requirements and inspection schedules

Pay Rate: * £15.00 per hour Job Duties:

• Carry out thorough examinations and inspections of lifting equipment in accordance with LOLER regulations
• Inspect lifting accessories, cranes, hoists, chains, slings and other lifting equipment
• Inspect fall-arrest and fall-prevention equipment where required
• Identify defects, damage, wear or hazards that could affect equipment safety
• Determine whether equipment is safe to remain in service
• Produce accurate and detailed inspection reports
• Recommend repairs, maintenance or removal from service where necessary
• Issue and maintain inspection records and certification
• Ensure all lifting equipment complies with relevant legislation, company procedures and industry standards
• Liaise with maintenance and engineering teams to ensure defects are addressed promptly
• Maintain accurate inspection, certification and maintenance records for audit purposes
• Monitor inspection dates and ensure equipment is examined within the required timescales
• Stay up to date with changes to LOLER legislation and lifting-equipment standards
• Support wider health and safety and quality-assurance processes within the business

Requirements:

• Previous experience working as a LOLER Inspector, Lifting Equipment Inspector or Thorough Examination Engineer
• A recognised LOLER inspection or lifting-equipment qualification is essential
• Strong knowledge of the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998
• Experience inspecting cranes, hoists, lifting accessories and fall-arrest equipment
• Good understanding of health and safety legislation and industry standards
• Ability to identify defects and accurately assess equipment condition
• Strong written skills with experience producing detailed inspection reports
• Excellent attention to detail and record-keeping skills
• Confident communicating inspection findings to engineering, maintenance and management teams
• Able to work independently and manage inspection schedules effectively
• Experience within heavy manufacturing, engineering or lifting-equipment environments would be advantageous

If interested, please apply below, or call a member of our team at IRS Dudley