Lift Installation Engineer

Schindler Group; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Van with fuel card

25 days’ holiday + bank holidays + VOL

Pension scheme with company contrib

Private medical cover + 24/7 virtualGP

Employee Assistance Programme

Eye tests and eyewear discounts

Cycle to Work schemes

Job summary

Schindler Group is seeking a Lift Installation Engineer to deliver new lift installations across Scotland. You will install lift equipment safely and to high standards, working with project teams and customers to ensure successful delivery through testing and handover.

Responsibilities include installation of shafts, traction equipment and safety devices, site surveys, and on-time progress updates. A recognised lift qualification and a UK driving licence are essential, with a focus on safety and

Qualifications

• A recognised lift engineering qualification (NVQ/SVQ Level 3 or equivalent)
• Experience installing lift equipment in new, refurbishment or modernisation environments
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills for installation issues
• Full UK driving licence required
• Commitment to safe working practices and quality standards

Responsibilities

• Install lift shafts, mechanical components and ancillary equipment per procedures and safety requirements
• Assemble traction equipment and align lift systems
• Install and tension suspension ropes and safety devices on new installations and modernisation projects
• Install lift entrances, doors and related safety devices
• Perform final checks, pre-commissioning and pre-handover activities
• Conduct site surveys to support efficient project delivery
• Provide progress updates on on-site work, resources and issues impacting schedule
• Resolve installation-related issues through effective problem solving
• Maintain high safety, housekeeping and quality across installation activities

Skills

NVQ/SVQ Level 3 Lift

Lift installation experience

Fault-finding/diagnostics

UK driving licence

Safety standards

Education

NVQ Level 3 Lift

Job description

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Location: Glasgow,Scotland,United Kingdom
Job ID:91519

At Schindler Ltd (UK), our elevators, escalators, and moving walks safely transport more than two billion people every day through buildings, airports, railway stations, and other transportation hubs around the world. As part of the Schindler team, you'll discover meaningful work that enhances the quality of life for communities and helps make places more accessible, inclusive, and sustainable for all.
We combine innovation, safety, and high ethical standards, fostering a culture of respect for one another and for the world around us. By joining us, you become part of a global success story while contributing to local communities and shaping the future of urban mobility. Together, we continue a proud legacy of excellence and innovation that began in 1874.

Join us as a

Lift Installation Engineer

As a Lift Installation Engineer, you'll play a key role in delivering new lift installations across Scotland. Working across a variety of construction and building projects, you'll be responsible for installing lift equipment safely, efficiently and to the highest standards, ensuring successful project delivery through to testing and handover. You'll work closely with project teams, site personnel and customers, contributing to projects that help keep people moving safely and reliably.

Your main responsibilities

In this role, you'll be responsible for:

• Installing lift shafts, mechanical components and ancillary equipment in line with approved installation procedures and safety requirements
• Installing and assembling traction equipment, including the positioning, alignment, fitting and adjustment of lift systems
• Installing and tensioning suspension ropes, governor ropes and associated safety equipment on new installations and modernisation projects
• Installing lift entrances, doors, frames and associated safety devices, including both manual and automatic door systems
• Carrying out final installation checks, adjustments and pre-commissioning activities to ensure equipment is ready for testing and handover
• Conducting site surveys and reviewing installation requirements to support efficient project delivery
• Monitoring progress on site and providing accurate updates on completed work, resource requirements and any issues impacting programme delivery
• Identifying and resolving installation-related issues through effective fault-finding and technical problem solving
• Building positive working relationships with customers, site teams, project managers and colleagues to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and to the required quality standards
• Maintaining high standards of safety, housekeeping and quality across all installation activities

Who you are

• A recognised lift engineering qualification, such as NVQ Level 3, SVQ Level 3 or equivalent, together with relevant lift installation experience
• Proven experience installing lift equipment within new installation, refurbishment or modernisation environments
• Strong technical knowledge of lift installation practices, equipment and industry standards
• Fault-finding and diagnostic skills, with the ability to identify and resolve installation-related issues effectively
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively to meet project deadlines
• Good communication and relationship-building skills when working with customers, site teams, project managers and inspectors
• A full driving licence valid for use in the UK
• A strong commitment to safe working practices and quality standards
• Experience working across a broad range of lift products and systems
• Knowledge of lift testing, commissioning or acceptance inspection processes
• Experience working on major construction, infrastructure or large-scale development projects
• Mechanical or electrical qualifications in addition to lift industry training and experience

What’s in it for you?

When you join Schindler, you'll be rewarded with a competitive package designed to support your wellbeing, career development and work-life balance, including:

• Company Van, with a fuel card
• 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, and an annual paid volunteering day
• Pension scheme with 6% company contribution
• 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 discount

At Schindler Group we value inclusion and diversity, and practise equity to create equal opportunities for all. We endeavour that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, ethnic background, colour, religious affiliation, union affiliation, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, nationality, genetics and health or disability.