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Schindler Group; England; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van with fuel card

Pension scheme

Private medical cover

Life assurance

Eye care benefits

Employee discounts

Job summary

Schindler Group in the United Kingdom is seeking a field-based Lift Technician to service, maintain and install lift systems. You will carry out routine servicing, fault finding, and adjustments using approved tooling, and you will conduct site surveys and installations under company procedures.

The role requires NVQ Level 3 Lift Maintenance/Installation and strong electrical/mechanical knowledge, with a full driving licence and a proactive, safety-conscious approach.

Qualifications

• Strong electrical and mechanical knowledge.
• Excellent fault-finding, diagnostic and problem-solving skills.
• A full driving licence.
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines and maintain high standards of efficiency.
• Confident working independently with a proactive approach.
• Strong communication skills with clients and inspectors.
• Good manual dexterity and ability to use tools and write records.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine servicing of lift equipment, including minor repair work and routine replacement of components per procedures.
• Rectify faults on lift equipment and verify correct functioning after repair.
• Check lift function including speed, motor start/stop, weight, noise, temperature and power supplies using approved tooling.
• Conduct routine inspection and adjustment of lifts and complete service documentation.
• Perform advanced fault finding and diagnostics to restore equipment to service.
• Conduct site surveys.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Mechanical knowledge

Fault finding

Driving licence

Independent worker

Good communication

Education

NVQ Level 3 Lift Maintenance/Installation

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

Your main responsibilities

Repairs/ Servicing/ Maintenance

• Carry out routine servicing of lift equipment, including minor repair work and the routine replacement of components and in accordance with approved company procedures (PPE, PDA, Expert+ etc)
• To rectify and reduce faults on lift equipment in cases of breakdown and check to confirm correct functioning
• Checking the lift function as part of maintenance, checks to include, speed, motor start/stop, weight, noise, temperature and power supplies using approved company issued tooling and protective equipment
• Conduct the routine inspection and adjustment of lift in accordance with approved procedures. Reinstate lift and complete service documentation
• Carrying out more advanced fault finding and diagnostic procedures using a range of techniques, technical manuals and appropriate test equipment, restoring equipment to service
• Conduct site surveys

Installation

• Installing lift Well and Ancillary Equipment in accordance with approved procedures
• Installing Traction Equipment in accordance with approved procedures
• Installing Lift Ropes (traction media) and adjust in accordance with approved procedures
• Installation of Lift Doors and Frames in accordance with approved procedures
• Checking and Setting the Lift Installation in accordance with approved procedures

What you bring

• Previous experience in lift servicing, maintenance or repairs OR installation
• NVQ Level 3 OR NFQ in Lift Maintenance/ Installation (or an equivalent qualification)
• Strong electrical and mechanical knowledge, with experience working on multi-brand equipment
• Excellent fault-finding, diagnostic and problem-solving skills
• A full driving licence
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines and maintain high standards of efficiency
• Confident working independently, with a flexible and proactive approach
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with clients, Service Leaders and Inspectors
• Good manual dexterity, with the ability to safely use hands, arms and feet for repetitive tasks, operate hand and power tools, and complete written records

What’s in it for you?

• Attractive Salary
• Company Van (for eligible roles) with a fuel card and parking expenses covered while you’re on shift.
• For a Monday–Friday role: 25 days' annual leave, plus bank holidays and one paid volunteering day each year.
  For a 4 on 4 off role: 20 days' annual leave and one paid volunteering day each year.
• Pension scheme with company contribution
• Comprehensive life assurance
• Enhanced family leave
• Private medical cover with a trusted provider, plus 24/7 virtual GP access
• Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential support
• Free eye tests and eyewear discounts
• Access to a range of employee benefits, including Tech and Cycle to Work schemes, plus exclusive retailer discounts

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