Lift Service Engineer

Schindler Ltd (UK); Lincoln; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van with fuel card

Pension scheme with company contrib.

Life assurance

Private medical cover

Job summary

Schindler Ltd (UK) is seeking a Lift Service Engineer to join the local South West team. You will perform routine servicing, diagnostics, and minor repairs on lift equipment, ensuring safety and reliability across customer sites in the South West region.

The role requires NVQ level 3 in lift maintenance and a valid UK driving licence, with opportunities for career development and comprehensive benefits. The successful candidate will work with a supportive team, follow approved procedures, and

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 minimum in lift maintenance or equivalent.
• Advanced electrical knowledge and mechanical understanding.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication with clients and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine servicing and minor repairs on lift equipment.
• Rectify faults and verify correct operation after servicing.
• Perform inspections and complete service documentation.
• Carry out fault finding and diagnostics using manuals and test equipment.
• Communicate clearly with clients and team members.

Skills

NVQ 3 lift maintenance

Electrical knowledge

Mechanical knowledge

Fault finding

Driving licence (UK)

Communication skills

Independent working

Education

NVQ Level 3 in lift maintenance or equivalent

Job description

Join us as a Lift Service Engineer

Location: South West, England, United Kingdom
Job ID: 92940

We Elevate... You 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.

We are looking to recruit for a Lift Service Engineer to work as part of the local team based in the South West area, supporting our customer communications, compliment and supporting the management team. The successful candidate will carry out planned preventative maintenance regimes as determined by the contract terms to on portfolio lift equipment.

Your Main Responsibilities

In this role, you'll be responsible for:

• 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, 2+ etc)
• To rectify and reduce faults on lift equipment in cases of breakdown and check to confirm correct functioning
• Checks to include, speed, motor start/stop, noise temperature and power supply using approved company issued tooling and protective equipment
• Carry out the routine inspection, adjustment, of installations in accordance with approved procedures. Reinstate lift and complete service documentation
• Carrying out fault finding and diagnostic procedures using a range of techniques, technical manuals and appropriate test equipment, restoring equipment to service
• Competence is required to make effective use of written or graphical information

Who You Are

• Experience in lift Servicing/ Maintenance/ Repairs preferred
• Qualified to NVQ level 3 minimum in lift maintenance or equivalent
• Advanced Electrical and Mechanical knowledge, including Multi-Brand equipment
• Advanced problem-solving skills
• 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)
• 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

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:

• Competitive salary
• Company Van, with a fuel card
• 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, and an annual paid volunteering day
• Pension scheme with 6% company contribution
• Comprehensive life assurance
• 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 discount

We Elevate… Your Career

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.

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.