Lift Installation Engineer- West Sussex

Schindler Group; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with discretionary annual bonus

Company car or allowance

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme with 6% company contribution

Private medical cover

Access to employee benefits schemes

Job summary

A leading elevator company is looking for a Lift Installation Engineer in West Sussex. This full-time, permanent position involves delivering high-quality installation and ensuring customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate must hold at least an NVQ level 3 in Lift/Escalator Installation or equivalent, and possess a valid CSCS card. Strong communication skills and a full UK driving license are essential. The company offers competitive salary, annual bonus, and various employee benefits including additional holidays and private medical cover.

Qualifications

• Qualified to NVQ level 3 minimum in Lift/Escalator Installation or equivalent.
• Possesses a valid Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) card.
• Demonstrates advanced product and installation knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for delivering high-quality installation work.
• Install lift/escalator equipment according to approved procedures.
• Communicate progress and satisfy customer needs.

Skills

Qualified to NVQ level 3 minimum in Lift/Escalator Installation or equivalent

Possession of a relevant Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) card

Proven fault finding and diagnostic skills

Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines

Good communication skills

Full UK driving license

Education

NVQ level 3 in Lift/Escalator Installation

Tools

Power tools

Job description

Location: West Sussex, England, United Kingdom
Job ID: 83006

We Elevate... Quality of urban life

Our elevators, escalators, and moving walks safely transport more than twobillion of us up and down buildings and across transportation hubs every day. As part of the Schindler team, you’ll discover meaningful work that enhancesquality of life for communities, and contribute to making places moreaccessible, inclusive, and sustainable for all. We combine innovation, safety, and high ethical standards, ensuring respectboth among colleagues and for the world around us. By joining us, you don’tjust become part of our success story; you help shape the future and continueour rich legacy that started back in 1874.

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Lift Installation Engineer- West Sussex

We are recruiting for a Lift Installation Engineer to cover West Sussex. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high quality installation work and completing handovers to the required standards. This is a full time and permanent role.

Your main responsibilities

• Installing lift/escalator Well and Ancillary Equipment in accordance with approved procedures by selecting appropriate tools and equipment based on the operations to be performed and the equipment to be installed
• Installing Traction Equipment in accordance with approved procedures by selecting appropriate tools and equipment. Installation will require the siting, assembly, fitting, alignment and adjustment of the lift/escalator equipment
• Installing Lift Ropes (traction media) and adjust in accordance with approved procedures. The applicant will be required to have install suspension, safety and governor ropes to new or reconstructed lift equipment
• Installation of Lift Doors and Frames in accordance with approved procedures. The doors and frames to be installed include manual and power-operated solid sliding doors, multi-leaf doors, hinged doors, collapsible gates, shutter gates and bi-parting doors and shutters, door operators and safety devices for new or reconstructed lift equipment
• Checking and Setting the Lift/escalator Installation in accordance with approved procedures. The checks to be conducted include the final checks and adjustments to the operation of lift/escalator installations prior to final test and commissioning
• Keeping the supervisor informed regarding the progress of work, hours spent and any non-compliance
• Staying in communication with the customer and the supervisor to ensure the satisfaction of the customer needs

What you bring

• Qualified to NVQ level 3 minimum in Lift/Escalator Installation or equivalent or mechanically or electrically qualified
• Possession of a relevant/valid Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) card
• More advanced product and Installation knowledge/experience
• Proven fault finding and diagnostic skills
• The ability to work under pressure and to deadlines
• The ability to work independently with a flexible approach
• Good communication skills at different levels (Client/Installation Managers/SAIS Inspectors)
• Good Punctuality
• Manual dexterity - Requires the use of hands, arms and feet for repetitive lifting; use of hands and arms to operate various hand and power tools and to record written information
• Full UK driving License

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary with a discretionary annual bonus
• Company car or allowance (for eligible roles)
• 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 innovation while raising the bar for safety and sustainability. We value your diverse skills and perspectives as together we shape the sustainable cities of today and tomorrow.

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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.