Lift Service Engineer

Schindler Limited; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van & fuel card

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Pension with employer contribution

Private medical cover

Life assurance

Employee assistance programme

Eye tests & eyewear discounts

Job summary

Schindler Limited is seeking a dedicated Lift Service Engineer for the Midlands and South West area. You will perform planned maintenance, routine servicing, and basic repairs on lift and escalator equipment, ensuring safe operation and adherence to company procedures.

Candidates should have NVQ level 3 in lift maintenance or equivalent, strong electrical/mechanical knowledge, and the ability to lead projects or teams. A valid UK driving licence and flexible approach are essential.

Qualifications

• NVQ level 3 minimum in Lift maintenance or equivalent.
• Advanced electrical and mechanical knowledge across multi-brand equipment.
• Proven fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Experience leading projects and teams.
• Full UK driving licence and ability to work flexibly.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine servicing of lift equipment and minor repairs.
• Rectify faults and ensure correct functioning of lifts.
• Check lift performance (speed, start/stop, weight, noise, temperature, power).
• Conduct routine inspections and adjust lifts per procedures; complete service documents.
• Perform advanced diagnostic work and restore equipment to service.
• Conduct site surveys.

Skills

NVQ level 3 lift maintenance

Multi-brand equipment knowledge

Advanced electrical & mechanical

Fault finding & diagnostics

Project leadership experience

Full UK driving licence

Work under pressure

Independent working

Good communication

Punctuality

Administration skills

Lift servicing experience

Education

NVQ level 3 in Lift maintenance or equivalent

Tools

PPE/Tools (PDA, Expert+ etc)

Job description

We Elevate... Quality of urban life Our elevators, escalators, and moving walks safely transport more than two billion of us up and down buildings and across transportation hubs every day. As part of the Schindler team, you'll discover meaningful work that enhances quality of life for communities, and contribute to making places more accessible, inclusive, and sustainable for all. We combine innovation, safety, and high ethical standards, ensuring respect both among colleagues and for the world around us. By joining us, you don't just become part of our success story; you help shape the future and continue our rich legacy that started back in 1874.

Join us as a Lift Service Engineer We are currently recruiting for a Lift Service Engineer to be based in the Midlands and South West area to carry out planned preventative maintenance regimes as determined by the contract terms on portfolio lift/escalator equipment. Works will also, Maintenance/ Repairs preferred

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine servicing of lift equipment, including minor repair work and the routine replacement of components and in accordance with approved company procedures (PPE, PDA, Expert+ etc)
• To rectify and reduce faults on lift equipment in cases of breakdown and check to confirm correct functioning
• Checking the lift function as part of maintenance, checks to include, speed, motor start/stop, weight, noise, temperature and power supplies using approved company issued tooling and protective equipment
• Conduct the routine inspection and adjustment of lift in accordance with approved procedures. Reinstate lift/escalator and complete service documentations
• Carrying out more advanced fault finding and diagnostic procedures using a range of techniques, technical manuals and appropriate test equipment, restoring equipment to service
• Conduct site surveys

Qualifications

• Qualified to NVQ level 3 minimum in Lift maintenance or equivalent
• Advanced Electrical and Mechanical knowledge, including Multi-Brand equipment
• Advanced problem-solving skills
• Experience leading projects and teams
• Full UK driving License
• The ability to work under pressure, to deadlines and within efficiencies
• The ability to work independently with a flexible approach
• Good communication skills at different levels (Client/Service Leader/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
• Proven fault finding and diagnostic skills
• Good administration skills
• Experience in, Lift Servicing
• Works will also, Maintenance/ Repairs preferred

What's in it for you?

• Attractive salary package
• Company van and fuel card for flexibility on the road
• Enjoy 25 days of annual leave plus all bank holidays
• One additional paid volunteering day each year
• Pension scheme with 6% company contribution
• Comprehensive life assurance for peace of mind for you and your loved ones
• Enhanced family leave to support you through life's important moments
• Private medical cover with a trusted provider, including 24/7 access to a virtual GP for your convenience
• 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

Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

Job ID: 87660

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