Mechanical Engineer - Escalators

JR United Kingdom; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the elevator and escalator industry is looking for a Mechanical Engineer in Basingstoke. The role involves servicing escalators with training available for NVQ3. Excellent career progression, competitive salary, and numerous benefits are offered as part of this role.

Benefits

Competitive salary (dependent on experience)

Clear career progression pathways

Extensive training opportunities

Company pension scheme

Life Assurance and Employee Assistance Programme

Personal Development Incentive (PDI)

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in servicing escalators.
• Valid driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Join the escalator service team and service escalators across Reading, Swindon, and Oxford.
• Work with a focus on health and safety guidelines.

Skills

Health and Safety Knowledge

Proficiency in English

Education

NVQ3 in Escalators

Job description

Mechanical Engineer - Escalators, Basingstoke

Client: KONE PLC

Location: Basingstoke

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 1

Posted: 10.07.2025

Expiry Date: 24.08.2025

Job Description:

Did you know KONE moves two billion people every day? As a global leader in the elevator and escalator industry, we employ over 60,000 professionals in nearly 70 countries worldwide, united by a shared purpose to shape the future of cities. In 2024, we achieved annual net sales of EUR 11.1 billion.

We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our escalator service team, with a strong passion for the lifts industry. This role will cover the areas of Reading, Swindon, and Oxford.

Qualifications:

• NVQ3 in Escalators preferred (training available if not).
• Experience in servicing escalators.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English.
• Excellent health and safety knowledge.
• Valid driving license.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience).
• Clear career progression pathways.
• Extensive training opportunities via our learning platform.
• Company pension scheme.
• Life Assurance and Employee Assistance Programme.
• Personal Development Incentive (PDI).
• Cycle to work scheme and other perks.

If you are passionate about the lift industry and seeking a new challenge with a leading company, we would love to hear from you!

Please note: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.