Lift Installation Engineer

Schindler; Reading; In loco; GBP 42.000 - 54.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Company van with fuel card

25 days' holiday + bank holidays + one

Pension scheme with company match

Enhanced family leave

Private medical cover + 24/7 virtualGP

Employee Assistance Programme

Eye tests and eyewear discounts

Tech and Cycle to Work schemes

Exclusive retailer discounts

Descrizione del lavoro

Schindler Ltd (UK) seeks a Lift Installation Engineer to support new lift installations across Reading to Brighton. You will install lift systems from start to finish on a mix of commercial, residential, and infrastructure projects, ensuring safe, compliant, and high-quality results.

You will bring recognised lift qualifications (NVQ/SVQ Level 3 or equivalent), practical installation experience, and a strong focus on safety and customer service. A UK driving licence is essential.

Competenze

• Recognised lift engineering qualification such as NVQ Level 3, SVQ Level 3 or equivalent
• Proven experience installing lifts on new installation, refurbishment or modernisation projects
• Strong understanding of lift installation techniques, equipment and industry safety requirements
• Effective fault-finding and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively
• Strong communication and stakeholder relationship skills
• A full driving licence valid for use in the UK
• Commitment to safety, quality and customer service
• Experience working with a variety of lift products and technologies
• Knowledge of testing, commissioning and acceptance inspections
• Experience working on major construction or infrastructure projects
• Additional electrical or mechanical qualifications

Mansioni

• Install lift systems from initial installation through to completion
• Deliver high-quality installations safely and to the highest standards
• Collaborate with project teams across commercial, residential and infrastructure sites
• Conduct testing, commissioning and inspections per safety requirements
• Maintain clear communication with clients and on-site stakeholders

Conoscenze

Lift installation

Fault finding

Stakeholder comms

Driving licence UK

Safety and quality

Electrical/mechanical

Project experience

Formazione

NVQ Level 3 / SVQ Level 3

Strumenti

Lift equipment know-how

Testing and commissioning

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Location: Reading,England,United Kingdom
Job ID:83006

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 support the delivery of new lift installations across the Reading to Brighton corridor. Working on a diverse range of commercial, residential and infrastructure projects, you'll be responsible for installing lift systems from initial installation through to completion. You'll enjoy a varied territory and play an important role in delivering high-quality installations safely, efficiently and to the highest standards.

Your main responsibilities

In this role, you'll be responsible for:

Who you are

• Recognised lift engineering qualification such as NVQ Level 3, SVQ Level 3 or equivalent
• Proven experience installing lifts on new installation, refurbishment or modernisation projects
• Strong understanding of lift installation techniques, equipment and industry safety requirements
• Effective fault-finding and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively
• Strong communication and stakeholder relationship skills
• A full driving licence valid for use in the UK
• Commitment to safety, quality and customer service
• Experience working with a variety of lift products and technologies
• Knowledge of testing, commissioning and acceptance inspections
• Experience working on major construction or infrastructure projects
• Additional electrical or mechanical qualifications

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 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 discounts

Become part of our team, help us enhance quality of life and drive innovationwhile raising the bar for safety and sustainability. We value your diverse skills andperspectives as together we shape the sustainable cities of today and tomorrow.

Are you ready to embark on a new journey? Join #TeamSchindler!
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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.