Call Out Engineer - Escalators

Otis SE; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Life Assurance

Paid Maternity

Paid Paternity

Otis Rewards Scheme

Employee Scholarship

Job summary

Otis SE in London is seeking an experienced escalator call-out and repair engineer to join our Transport for London team, covering the London Underground escalator portfolio. Your priority is passenger safety and maintaining operations across a diverse range of equipment.

You will carry out breakdowns and repairs, liaise with customers on site, and aim for first-time fixes. The role requires NVQ Level 3 in Escalator Engineering, a UK driving license, and flexibility for overtime.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Escalator Engineering or equivalent.
• Significant experience in service and maintenance of escalators.
• Valid UK driving license.
• Flexibility for overtime as required.
• Strong mechanical and electrical engineering knowledge.
• Safety-first mindset and professional approach.
• Good on-site communication.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Proficiency with electronic/digital diagnostic tools.

Responsibilities

• Carry out breakdowns and repairs on escalators within the portfolio.
• Manage and service units within the London Underground network.
• Respond quickly to issues to achieve first-time fixes.
• Liaise with customers on site to build a constructive relationship.

Skills

Escalator Eng

Mechanical Eng

Electrical Eng

Driver's License

Communication

Teamwork

On-site Troubleshooting

Education

NVQ Level 3 Escalator Eng

Tools

Digital Tools

Electronic Diagnostics

Job description

Role Overview

Would you like to join a truly international, talent driven company that values Safety, Ethics, Quality, Innovation and Employee Opportunity? We are currently seeking an experienced escalator call out and repair engineer to join our Transport for London team, covering our London Underground escalator portfolio. Your priority is to ensure the safety of passengers and technical stakeholders by safely maintaining a portfolio of escalator units.

• Carry out breakdown and repair work on all escalators within the portfolio to achieve continual operation
• Work within London Underground network, managing the portfolio of escalator's within it
• Respond proactively and quickly to fix any breakdowns, aiming to achieve first time fix
• Liaise directly with the customer while on site to build a good working relationship

What you will need to be successful

• You will be qualified to at least NVQ Level 3 in Escalator Engineering with significant experience in service and maintenance of escalators
• You must be an experienced escalator engineer with in-depth knowledge of a variety of different brands of equipment
• Hold a valid UK drivers license
• Flexibility is important and overtime maybe required
• You have good skills in mechanical and electrical engineering
• You are a committed professional, with safety as your priority
• You are comfortable communicating to others
• You are curious, adaptable, and you know how to work alone or in a team
• You are comfortable using electronic and digital tools

What's In it For Me / Benefits

You will be offered fantastic salary and benefits. 4 on 4 off 12 hour shifts. On top of a competitive basic salary, you will have the opportunity to supplement your earnings with Overtime Benefits which include pension, Life Assurance, Paid Maternity, Paternity and access to the Otis Rewards Scheme Employee Scholarship Scheme - Otis will support you through your studies if you wish to gain further qualifications including Bachelors and Masters Degrees We will train you intensively in the areas of technology, processes & soft skills and you can exchange ideas with experienced colleagues at any time. You will receive modern and high-quality work clothes, your own tools with an iPhone The health and safety of our employees is our top priority. We promote this through regular training on the subject of occupational health and safety as well as through an employee support program.

• Otis is the world’s leading elevator and escalator manufacturing, installation, and service company.
• We move 2.4 billion people every day and maintain approximately 2.4 million customer units worldwide, the industry's largest Service portfolio.
• You may recognize our products in some of the world’s most famous landmarks including the Eiffel Tower, Empire State Building, Burj Khalifa and the Petronas Twin Towers!

We are 72,000 people strong, including engineers, digital technology experts, sales, and functional specialists, as well as factory and field technicians, all committed to meeting the diverse needs of our customers and passengers in more than 200 countries and territories worldwide.

We are proud to be a diverse, global team with a proven legacy of innovation that continues to be the bedrock of a fast-moving, high-performance company.

When you join Otis, you become part of an innovative global industry leader with a resilient business model.

You’ll belong to a diverse, trusted, and caring community where your contributions, and the skills and capabilities you’ll gain working alongside the best and brightest, keep us connected and on the cutting edge.

We provide opportunities, training, and resources, that build leadership and capabilities in Sales, Field, Engineering and Major Projects and our Employee Scholar Program is a notable point of pride, through which Otis sponsors colleagues to pursue degrees or certification programs.

Today, our focus more than ever is on people. As a global, people-powered company, we put people – passengers, customers, and colleagues – at the center of everything we do. We are guided by our values that we call our Three Absolutes - prioritizing Safety, Ethics, Quality in all that we do.

Otis is An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other protected class according to applicable law.

To request an accommodation in completing an employment application due to a special need or a disability, please contact us at [e-mail].

We go to great lengths to hire and develop the best people, and offer a supportive environment where employees are motivated and empowered to perform at their full potential. Today, we continue pushing the boundaries of what's possible to thrive in a taller, faster, smarter world.