Lift & Escalator Service Engineer

Stirling Warrington; St Helens; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK lift and escalator specialist is seeking a Lift & Escalator Service Engineer based in St Helens, England. The role involves servicing and maintaining lift and escalator equipment, ensuring safe operations through diagnostics, and producing service documentation. Ideal candidates will have experience in lift servicing, an NVQ Level 3 qualification, good problem-solving skills, and a full UK driving licence. The position offers a competitive salary, bonus, pension scheme, and opportunities for ongoing training and career development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Standby allowance

Quarterly bonus

Pension scheme

Private healthcare (single cover)

Generous holiday allowance

Qualifications

• Preferably experienced in lift and escalator servicing.
• Must possess NVQ Level 3 or equivalent.
• Strong electrical and mechanical skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine servicing and inspections on lift equipment.
• Diagnose faults and restore equipment to service.
• Test lift functions including speed and power supply.
• Produce accurate service documentation.

Skills

Experience in lift and/or escalator servicing, maintenance, or repairs

Electrical and mechanical skills

Excellent problem-solving ability

Good communication skills

Manual dexterity

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Lift/Escalator Maintenance or equivalent

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

Lift & Escalators Service Engineer

Warrington

A leading UK lift and escalator specialist is strengthening its engineering team across the North West and Scotland. This organisation is known for technical expertise, safety leadership, and long-standing industry reputation.

This role ensures the safe, reliable operation of lift and escalator equipment across multi-unit sites. You’ll carry out maintenance, repairs, diagnostics, and equipment improvements that help reduce downtime and enhance performance.

What you’ll do:

• Carry out routine servicing, inspections, and minor repairs on lift and escalator equipment.
• Diagnose faults, respond to breakdowns, and restore equipment to service.
• Test and check lift / escalator functions including speed, load, noise, temperature, and power supply.
• Complete routine adjustments and reinstate equipment using approved procedures.
• Produce accurate service documentation across all assigned sites.
• Perform advanced diagnostics using technical manuals and test equipment, including third-party interfaces.
• Conduct site surveys and maintain up-to-date technical knowledge through training.
• Work in line with all safety, environmental, and quality policies.
• Support company safety objectives by monitoring systems and implementing agreed changes.
• Participate in an on‑call rota for out‑of‑hours maintenance and repairs.
• Provide mentoring and support to less experienced fitters when required.

What you’ll bring:

• Experience in lift and / or escalator servicing, maintenance, or repairs (preferred).
• NVQ Level 3 in Lift / Escalator Maintenance or equivalent qualification.
• Strong electrical and mechanical skills across multiple brands.
• Excellent problem‑solving ability and confident technical reporting.
• Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and remain calm under pressure.
• Good communication skills with clients, supervisors, and inspectors.
• Manual dexterity and confidence using hand and power tools.
• Full UK driving licence.

Benefits include:

• Competitive salary.
• Standby allowance.
• Quarterly bonus.
• Pension scheme.
• Private healthcare (single cover).
• Generous holiday allowance.

Ongoing training, support, and career development.

Inclusive, supportive working environment.

If you are interested in this Lift & Escalator Service Engineer opportunity, please use the application link