Lift Modernisation Improver - London TK Elevator UK Ltd

thyssenkrupp Elevator; Greater London; On-site; GBP 312,000 - 357,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Monthly pay

34 days holiday

Company pension

Health cash plan

Life Assurance 4x salary

Gym membership

Maternity/Paternity benefits

Salary sacrifice benefits

Long service award

Employee assistance programme

Refer a friend scheme

Job summary

thyssenkrupp Elevator in London is seeking a motivated Lift Modernisation Trainee to join the London & South division. You will work alongside experienced engineers to deliver lift modernisation projects across the region and develop through an NVQ qualification while building a long-term career in lift engineering.

This hands-on role offers structured training, a clear progression path, and a comprehensive benefits package including pension, health plan, and wellbeing support.

Qualifications

• Two years’ lift industry experience, preferably in modernisation.
• EOR202 qualification is required.
• Willingness to travel throughout the region.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with lift modernisation and upgrade projects.
• Support installation, repair and replacement of components.
• Work with qualified engineers to ensure safe, efficient projects.
• Conduct safety checks and follow health and safety procedures.
• Learn to diagnose faults and resolve technical issues.
• Assist with workload planning and stock management.
• Attend training and work towards NVQ qualification.

Skills

Lift industry experience

NVQ focus

Full UK Driving Licence

Willingness to travel

Strong communication

Health and safety focus

Education

EOR202 qualification

Job description

We are moved by what moves people, by what moves the world and in our ever-growing cities. Through honesty, transparency, and a commitment to colleagues and clients, they foster a culture of entrepreneurship, passion, and responsibility. With unique engineeringexpertise, we provide comprehensive support for urban mobility, ensuring safety and efficiency in vertical transportation throughout the lifecycle.

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Lift Modernisation Trainee to join our London & South division based in London. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous lift industry experience, particularly within modernisation, who is looking to further develop their skills and work towards an NVQ qualification while building a long-term career in lift engineering.

Working alongside experienced Modernisation Engineers, you will gain hands-on experience delivering lift modernisation projects across the region, while receiving the support and training needed to progress towards becoming a qualified Lift Modernisation Engineer.

As a Lift Modernisation Improver, your day-to-day will include:

• Assisting with lift modernisation and upgrade projects on a variety of lift equipment
• Supporting the installation, repair, and replacement of lift components
• Working alongside qualified engineers to ensure projects are completed safely and efficiently
• Carrying out safety checks and adhering to health and safety procedures at all times
• Learning how to diagnose faults and resolve technical issues
• Planning and managing workload around assigned jobs with support from your supervisor
• Maintaining stock levels and ordering materials through our supply chain processes
• Attending training and working towards achieving your NVQ qualification

• At least 2 years' experience within the lift industry, ideally with exposure to lift modernisation works
• EOR202 qualification
• A desire to develop technical skills and work towards achieving an NVQ in Lift Engineering
• Full UK Driving Licence and willingness to travel throughout the region
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and embrace new challenges
• Good organisational and time management skills
• Strong customer service focus
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of health and safety
• Ability to take ownership of personal development and continuous learning

• Structured training and development programme with support towards achieving your NVQ qualification
• Career progression opportunities within a leading lift and escalator business
• Competitive salary paid on a monthly basis
• 34 days holiday, inclusive of bank holidays
• Attractive company pension scheme
• Health cash plan provided, allows you to claim towards health costs. For example, dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody and more.
• Life Assurance Scheme - 4x annual salary
• Free access to premium health and wellbeing apps
• Subsidised gym membership
• Industry-leading enhanced maternity and paternity provision
• Multiple salary sacrifice benefits including Electric Cars and Cycle2Work
• Long Service award scheme, with holiday benefits
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Refer a friend scheme