Lifting Equipment Inspector/PUWER

Job description

About the Company

A certification & compliance organisation working across industry sectors to include Renewable Energy, Industrial, Manufacturing and Construction

About the Role

We are looking to engage with a qualified PUWER/Lifting Equipment Inspector on an adhoc ongoing contract basis to assist a variety of clients in managing their risks associated with large industrial machinery, mobile plant, lifting & access equipment etc. The sites will be located in the South West of England.

Responsibilities

• Carry out lifting machinery safety inspections under PUWER 1998 (L22 ACoP)
• Assess equipment compliance – including maintenance, inspection, training, and alignment with UKCA/EC directives
• Equipment for inspection can include Escalators, Lifts (Passenger & Goods), Elevated Mobile Work platforms, overhead Gantry Cranes, Travelators, Forklifts and more.
• Identify hazards during PUWER inspections and recommend appropriate control measures
• Write clear, action-focused reports with technical detail
• Support the quality and consistency of our Machinery Safety services
• Provide clients with innovative, effective safety solutions

Qualifications

• You’ve completed (or are working towards) NEBOSH NGC or similar.
• You hold membership with IOSH or another relevant body
• You have working knowledge of Machinery Risk Assessments that might include Escalators, Lifts (Passenger & Goods), Elevated Mobile Work platforms, overhead Gantry Cranes, Travelators, Forklifts and more.
• You’re experienced in writing technical reports (e.g. PUWER, LOLER)
• You’re confident with Microsoft Office and mobile tech for reporting
• You hold a full UK driving licence

Pay range and compensation package

£400 per day (outside IR35) + mileage + overnight accommodation (as required) + varied & interesting long-term contract work

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are committed to diversity and inclusivity.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Greater Bristol Area

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

03-04-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English