Lift Engineer

Interaction Recruitment; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 33,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Lift Engineer for a field-based position in Birmingham. The role involves maintaining and repairing vertical access equipment with great opportunities for overtime and international work. Candidates must have relevant electrical or mechanical qualifications and experience in similar roles. This position offers a competitive salary and extensive training opportunities. Join a well-established company with strong earning potential and benefits such as a company vehicle and generous holiday days.

Benefits

Overtime pay

Company vehicle

Generous holiday allowance

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Competency in electrical and mechanical systems.
• Full UK Drivers License & Valid Passport required.
• Previous experience as Lift Engineer or similar role.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, service, fault find and repair vertical access equipment.
• Inspect & commission onsite machinery and systems.
• Keep management updated on workload and progress.

Skills

Electrical systems knowledge

Mechanical systems knowledge

Fault finding and repair

Professional presentation

Education

NVQ, City & Guilds, HNC or HND in electrical, mechanical or related fields

Job description

Overview

Job Role: Lift Engineer – Field Based

Salary: £33,000-£35,000 base salary (OTE £45,000-£60,000 first year / £80,000+ once trained)

Location: Birmingham & Surrounding Counties + Nationwide/International travel

Hours: Monday-Friday 08.00-16.00 + Door to Door / Overtime @ 1.5/2x

Job Type: Full time, permanent

The Client

Interaction have partnered with a global leading direct manufacturer of industrial scale vertical access equipment in search of an array of field based electrical, mechanical, lift & traction engineers to join their growing team. Being established for over 70 years, employing over 3,000 individuals across the globe and a multimillion-pound turnover this company not only offers full industry related training but excellent earning potential and internal progression.

The Package

• 33 days holiday (Including Bank Holiday) after 1 years’ service.
• Overtime breakdown – Any hours worked over 8.5 on weekdays = 1.5X, Saturdays all hours worked=1.5X, Sundays all hours worked=2X
• UK Nights away paid @ £25 per stay, Overseas + Rig work Nights away paid up to £65-£70 per night
• Company vehicle, Fuel Card, Door to Door Payments
• Full internal training & development alongside comprehensive direct manufacturer training courses
• International work is entirely optional, there is an opportunity to work in Africa, Europe, North/South America, Asia, Australasia, Middle East & Offshore Rigs!
• For every night you are overseas, you get a 0.5 days holiday back in lieu

The Role

• Maintain, service, fault find and repair on array of vertical access equipment (hoists, lifts, rack & pinion).
• To inspect & commission on site machinery and systems in line with electrical & mechanical fault finding/reparations
• Represent the organisation in a professional and well-presented manner inclusive of keeping the vehicle tidy and driving behaviour.
• Follow client processes and procedures alongside identify routes of continuous improvement.
• To keep line management up to date with workload and progress.

The Requirements

• Electrically and mechanically competency with a good working knowledge of electrical systems (motors, converters, sensors, control panels)
• Qualifications relative to electrical/mechanical engineer i.e. NVQ, City & Guilds, HNC or HND in electrical, mechanical bases or traction, hydraulic & lifts.
• Full UK Drivers License & Valid Passport
• Previous experience working as a Lift Engineer, Traction Engineer, Electrical or Mechanical Engineer, Offshore Engineer or a Qualified Electrician

Interaction Recruitment have specialist consultants across the majority of industries within the UK, including but not limited to, Finance & IT, Technical & Engineering, Industrial, Commercial and Hospitality. We offer both temporary and permanent support. For more information regarding the position or to discuss any other opportunities, you can reach Reegan on 07969 154727 or email [e-mail]

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Thank you for taking the time, we look forward to speaking in the near future.

Similar Roles May Include:

Traction Engineer, Oil & Gas Engineer, Lift Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Industrial Electrician, Mechanical Engineer, Lift Installation Engineer, Rack & Pinion, Offshore Engineer, RIG Engineer