Lift Technician & Tester: Modernisation & Testing Lead

LÖDIGE Industries; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Company vehicle provided

Travel expenses covered

Ongoing professional development

Job summary

LÖDIGE Industries is seeking a technically skilled lift specialist to lead surveys, installations and modernisations across passenger and goods lifts. You will test and sign off installations, provide training to engineers, and champion health & safety on every project.

The role requires clear communication with clients and staff, and a willingness to travel across the UK & Ireland to deliver successful lift modernisation projects.

Qualifications

• Proven fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent electrical knowledge and ability to read drawings.
• Ability to mentor engineers and trainees.
• Full, clean UK driving licence and willingness to travel UK & Ireland.

Responsibilities

• Carry out complete technical surveys on hydraulic, traction elevators, goods lifts and lorry lifts.
• Oversee installation, modernisation and repair projects with focus on quality and profitability.
• Test, commission and sign-off lift installations per current regulations.
• Provide technical and training support to engineers and trainees.
• Promote health & safety and drive continuous improvement and compliance.
• Communicate effectively with staff and clients to ensure smooth project delivery.

Skills

Proven fault-finding

Electrical knowledge

Read electrical/mechanical drawings

Mentor engineers/trainees

Driving licence

Willingness to travel

Health & safety mindset

Education

NVQ Level 4 Lift Testing certification

Job description

LÖDIGE Industries is seeking a technically skilled lift specialist to lead surveys, installations and modernisations across passenger and goods lifts. You will test and sign off installations, provide training to engineers, and champion health & safety on every project.

The role requires clear communication with clients and staff, and a willingness to travel across the UK & Ireland to deliver successful lift modernisation projects.