Lift Service Engineer- PPM Nights

Schindler; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Van

Fuel card

20 days’ holiday + volunteering day

Pension scheme with company contrib.

Private medical cover

Eye tests and eyewear discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work schemes

Job summary

Schindler Ltd (UK) in London seeks an experienced Lift Call Out Service Engineer (Nights, PPM) to join our team on a four-on, three-off shift from Monday to Thursday. You will perform planned preventative maintenance, carry out minor repairs, and replace components to keep lift equipment in optimal condition.

The role requires NVQ Level 3 or equivalent, advanced electrical and mechanical knowledge, and multi-brand familiarity.

Qualifications

• NVQ level 3 minimum in lift maintenance or equivalent.
• Experience in lift servicing/maintenance/repairs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine scheduled Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) attendance including minor repair work and routine replacement of components in accordance with approved company procedures.
• Rectify and reduce faults on lift equipment in cases of breakdown and check to confirm correct functioning.
• Check speed, motor start/stop, noise temperature and power supply using approved company tooling and PPE.
• Carry out routine inspection and adjustment of escalator installations; reinstate lift and complete service documentation.
• Perform fault finding and diagnostic procedures using a range of techniques, manuals and test equipment to restore equipment to service.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Mechanical knowledge

Problem-solving

Driving licence

Work under pressure

Independent worker

Manual dexterity

Fault finding

Education

NVQ level 3 lift maintenance

Job description

Location: Central London,England,United Kingdom Job ID:92957

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.

Join us as a

Join us as a Lift Call Out Service Engineer (Nights, PPM) to join our team based in London, working on a four on, three off shift basis, set days of Monday to Thursday, for a prestigious transport client contract that we hold in London. You will be experienced in carrying out planned preventative maintenance regimes as determined by the contract terms to our portfolio of lift equipment, with a focus on improving equipment condition to reduce time between technical callbacks and downtime. This role includes minor repair work, lifecycle replacement of components, and adherence to all company safety and conduct procedures. This is a full-time and permanent role.

Your main responsibilities

In this role, you'll be responsible for:

Carry out routinescheduled Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) attendance including minor repair work and routine replacement of components in accordance with approved company procedures

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 escalator 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
• 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?

• Company Van, with a fuel card
• Friday, Saturday and Sunday off in this role
• 20 days’ holiday and an annual paid volunteering day
• Pension scheme with 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 innovationwhile raising the bar for safety and sustainability. We value your diverse skills andperspectives 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.