Service Engineer - Escalators

Otis Worldwide Corporation; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime benefits

Scholarship program

Training on technology/processes

Tools & work clothes provided

Health & safety program

Job summary

Otis Worldwide Corporation is seeking an experienced escalator maintenance engineer for London Underground coverage. The role involves on-site breakdown repairs and proactive maintenance to ensure safe, continuous operation of escalator units within the TfL network.

The successful candidate will hold an NVQ Level 3 in Escalator Engineering, have extensive maintenance experience, a valid UK driving license, and be comfortable working a Sunday-Thursday night shift (23:00–07:00).

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Escalator Engineering with significant experience in service and maintenance of escalators.
• Experience with a variety of brands of escalator equipment.
• Valid UK driving license.
• Flexibility for overtime is required.
• Strong skills in mechanical and electrical engineering.
• Committed professional with safety as priority.
• Comfortable communicating to others; able to work alone or in a team.
• Familiar with using electronic and digital tools.

Responsibilities

• Carry out breakdown and repair work on escalators within the portfolio to maintain continual operation.
• Work within the London Underground network, managing the escalator portfolio.
• Respond quickly to breakdowns with aim of first-time fix; liaise with customers on site.

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-07-21 Country: United Kingdom Location: Otis London, 96 Great Suffolk Street, Southwark, London, SE1 0BE Title: Maintenance Engineer Location: London Shift Pattern: Sunday - Thursday 23:00 - 07:00

Role Overview

Would you like to join a truly international, talent driven company that values Safety, Ethics, Quality, Innovation and Employee Opportunity? We are currently seeking an experienced escalator call out and repair engineer to join our Transport for London team, covering our London Underground escalator portfolio. Your priority is to ensure the safety of passengers and technical stakeholders by safely maintaining a portfolio of escalator units.

On a typical day you will:

• Carry out breakdown and repair work on all escalators within the portfolio to achieve continual operation
• Work within London Underground network, managing the portfolio of escalator's within it
• Respond proactively and quickly to fix any breakdowns, aiming to achieve first time fix
• Liaise directly with the customer while on site to build a good working relationship

What you will need to be successful

• NVQ Level 3 in Escalator Engineering with significant experience in service and maintenance of escalators
• An experienced escalator engineer with in-depth knowledge of a variety of different brands of equipment
• A valid UK drivers license
• Flexibility is important and overtime maybe required
• Good skills in mechanical and electrical engineering
• A committed professional, with safety as your priority
• Comfortable communicating to others
• Curious, adaptable, and able to work alone or in a team
• Comfortable using electronic and digital tools

What’s In it For Me / Benefits

• Sunday - Thursday 23:00 - 07:00 On top of a competitive basic salary, you will have the opportunity to supplement your earnings with Overtime Benefits which include pension, Life Assurance, Paid Maternity, Paternity and access to the Otis Rewards Scheme
• Employee Scholarship Scheme - Otis will support you through your studies if you wish to gain further qualifications including Bachelors and Masters Degrees
• Training: We will train you intensively in the areas of technology, processes & soft skills and you can exchange ideas with experienced colleagues at any time.
• Work clothing & tools: You will receive modern and high-quality work clothes, your own tools with an iPhone
• Health and safety: The health and safety of our employees is our top priority. We promote this through regular training on the subject of occupational health and safety as well as through an employee support program.

Company Culture and Values

Otis is the world’s leading elevator and escalator manufacturing, installation, and service company. We move 2.4 billion people every day and maintain approximately 2.4 million customer units worldwide, the industry's largest Service portfolio. You may recognize our products in some of the world’s most famous landmarks including the Eiffel Tower, Empire State Building, Burj Khalifa and the Petronas Twin Towers!

We are 72,000 people strong, including engineers, digital technology experts, sales, and functional specialists, as well as factory and field technicians, all committed to meeting the diverse needs of our customers and passengers in more than 200 countries and territories worldwide. We are proud to be a diverse, global team with a proven legacy of innovation that continues to be the bedrock of a fast-moving, high-performance company.

When you join Otis, you become part of an innovative global industry leader with a resilient business model. You’ll belong to a diverse, trusted, and caring community where your contributions, and the skills and capabilities you’ll gain working alongside the best and brightest, keep us connected and on the cutting edge.

We provide opportunities, training, and resources, that build leadership and capabilities in Sales, Field, Engineering and Major Projects and our Employee Scholar Program is a notable point of pride, through which Otis sponsors colleagues to pursue degrees or certification programs. Today, our focus more than ever is on people. As a global, people-powered company, we put people – passengers, customers, and colleagues – at the center of everything we do. We are guided by our values that we call our Three Absolutes – prioritizing Safety, Ethics, Quality in all that we do.

We go to great lengths to hire and develop the best people, and offer a supportive environment where employees are motivated and empowered to perform at their full potential. Today, we continue pushing the boundaries of what's possible to thrive in a taller, faster, smarter world.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Otis is An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other protected class according to applicable law.

To request an accommodation in completing an employment application due to a special need or a disability, please contact us at [e-mail].