inspections, planned works, servicing programmes, and breakdown activities
. The role ensures projects are delivered
safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest technical and compliance standards
, while acting as a key link between customers, engineers, and internal teams.
Key Responsibilities
Project Management
Lead and manage
technical projects
from initial enquiry through to completion.
Plan, schedule, and coordinate
major operational projects for the business from material allocation, resource scheduling and on site delivery coordinating across the business departments of Sales, Fabrication, & Installation teams.
Develop project scopes, timelines, resource plans, and cost controls.
Monitor project progress and performance, ensuring milestones and deadlines are met.
Manage variations, risks, and issues proactively, implementing corrective actions where required.
Technical & Operational Leadership
Coordinate and support engineering teams on-site and remotely.
Ensure works comply with relevant regulations.
Provide technical oversight to inspections, remedial works, and breakdown response activities.
Act as a stakeholder escalation point for complex issues and customer queries.
Ensure accurate technical documentation, reports, and certification are completed and issued.
Customer & Stakeholder Management
Act as the primary point of contact for customers on assigned projects.
Build and maintain strong customer relationships through clear communication and professional service delivery.
Liaise with internal departments including operations, engineering, H&S, and finance.
Attend site meetings where required and represent RHC Lifting professionally.
Health, Safety & Compliance
Ensure all projects are delivered in line with
RHC Lifting and WH Scott Group H&S standards
.
Promote a strong safety culture across all project activities.
Prepare risk assessments, method statements (RAMS), and ensure safe systems of work are followed.
Commercial & Reporting
Support cost control, invoicing accuracy, and project profitability.
Track project performance and report progress to management.
Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and additional service offerings.
Skills & Experience Required
Essential
Proven experience in
project management
within an engineering, lifting, or industrial services environment.
Strong understanding of
lifting equipment, inspections, servicing, and breakdown operations
.
Knowledge of relevant regulations such as
LOLER and PUWER
.
Excellent organisational, planning, and time-management skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Strong communication skills with both technical teams and customers.
Full UK driving licence.
Desirable
Formal project management qualification (PRINCE2, APM, PMP or similar).
Engineering or technical qualification related to lifting equipment or mechanical systems.
Experience working within a
service-led, reactive environment
.
Previous experience in a group or multi-site organisation.
Personal Attributes
Proactive and solution-focused
Calm under pressure, especially during breakdowns or urgent works
Strong leadership and decision-making skills
Customer-focused with a high standard of professionalism
Detail-oriented with a strong safety mindset
What We Offer
Competitive salary and benefits package
Opportunity to work within the
WH Scott Group
, a respected leader in lifting and engineering services
Varied and challenging projects across inspections, services, and breakdowns
Supportive team environment with opportunities for development and progression
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