LOLER Inspector
CV-LibraryB6, Nechells, City and Borough of BirminghampermanentPosted: 16 June 2026
Apply NowIndustrial 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
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