Lift Installation Engineer – Scotland

Schindler Ltd (UK); Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Private medical cover

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Job summary

Schindler Ltd (UK) in Aberdeen region is seeking a Lift Installation Engineer to install lift systems across Scotland, working with project teams and customers to deliver high‑quality, safe installations. The role covers new installations, refurbishments and modernisations, with emphasis on fault finding and timely handover.

The ideal candidate holds a recognised lift engineering qualification and a valid UK driving licence, with proven installation experience and effective communication skills

Qualifications

• A recognised lift engineering qualification (NVQ/SVQ 3 or equivalent).
• Proven experience installing lift equipment in new installations, refurbishments or modernisation projects.
• Fault-finding and diagnostic skills to resolve installation-related issues.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.
• Strong communication and relationship-building with customers, site teams and inspectors.

Responsibilities

• Install lift shafts, machinery and ancillary equipment per installation procedures and safety rules.
• Assemble traction equipment: positioning, alignment, fitting and adjustment of lift systems.
• Install and tension suspension ropes and safety gear on new or modernisation projects.
• Install lift entrances, doors, frames and safety devices.
• Carry out final checks, adjustments and pre‑commissioning for testing and handover.
• Conduct site surveys and review installation requirements for efficient delivery.
• Provide progress updates on site, resources, and potential issues impacting schedule.
• Troubleshoot installation issues through fault finding and technical problem solving.
• Maintain strong safety, housekeeping and quality across installation activities.

Skills

Lift installation

NVQ/SVQ Level 3

Fault-finding

Driving licence (UK)

Communication

Education

Lift engineering qualification (NVQ/SVQ 3)

Job description

Schindler Ltd (UK) in Aberdeen region is seeking a Lift Installation Engineer to install lift systems across Scotland, working with project teams and customers to deliver high‑quality, safe installations. The role covers new installations, refurbishments and modernisations, with emphasis on fault finding and timely handover.

The ideal candidate holds a recognised lift engineering qualification and a valid UK driving licence, with proven installation experience and effective communication skills