Service Technician - London & South Area Job Details | Schindler Group

Schindler Group; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in mobility solutions seeks a Service Technician for the London area. Responsibilities include maintenance of lift and escalator equipment, performing safety inspections, and minor repairs. Candidates must have NVQ level 3 in Lift/Escalator maintenance and a full UK driving licence. Join us to enhance quality of life and drive innovation in a diverse and inclusive team.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Quarterly bonus

Competitive base salary

Private healthcare

Qualifications

• Experience in lift/escalator servicing/maintenance/repairs preferred.
• Willingness to work towards Schindler Certification Level 3 Red.
• Proven fault finding and diagnostic skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance for lift/escalator equipment.
• Complete safety inspections and address non-conformities.
• Perform minor repair work on equipment.

Skills

Lift/escalator servicing

Advanced electrical knowledge

Problem-solving skills

Manual dexterity

Education

NVQ level 3 in Lift/Escalator maintenance

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

Overview

Location: London, England, United Kingdom
Job ID: 83632

We Elevate... Quality of urban life. Our elevators, escalators, and moving walks safely transport more than two billion people up and down buildings and across transportation hubs every day. As part of the Schindler team, you’ll discover meaningful work that enhances quality of life for communities, and contribute to making places more accessible, inclusive, and sustainable for all. We combine innovation, safety, and high ethical standards, ensuring respect among colleagues and for the world around us. By joining us, you don’t just become part of our success story; you help shape the future and continue our rich legacy that started back in 1874.

Join us as a

Service Technician - London & South Area

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance regimes as determined by contract terms on a portfolio of lift/escalator equipment.
• Complete Schindler safety inspections and close any open non-conformities to current legislation or standards.
• Oversee improvement of equipment condition to improve time between technical call-backs and reduce lift equipment downtime.
• Perform minor repair work and lifecycle replacement of components.
• Adhere to all company safety and conduct procedures and provide coverage via an on-call rota for out-of-hours calls, maintenance and repairs.
• This is a full-time and permanent role.

What you’ll be doing

• Carrying out routine servicing of lift/escalator equipment, including minor repair work and routine replacement of components in accordance with approved company procedures (PPE, PDA, Expert+).
• Rectifying and reducing faults on lift/escalator equipment in cases of breakdown and verifying correct functioning.
• Checking lift/escalator function as part of maintenance, including speed, motor start/stop, weight, noise, temperature, and power supplies using approved tooling and PPE.
• Carrying out routine inspection and adjustment of lift/escalator in accordance with approved procedures.
• Reinstating lift/escalator and completing service documentation.
• Carrying out more advanced fault finding and diagnostic procedures, restoring equipment to service. Use of written or graphical information and relevant test equipment.
• Carrying out site surveys and attending relevant training sessions to stay up to date on technical knowledge and skills.
• Working in accordance with the Company’s Safety and Environmental policies and procedures to ensure compliance with current UK legal requirements and Schindler Group safety requirements, while setting a personal example of safe behaviour.
• Contributing to the Company safety objectives by maintaining monitoring current safety systems under direct control and implementing changes to its safety management system where applicable.

What you bring / Qualifications

• Experience in lift/escalator servicing/maintenance/repairs preferred.
• NVQ level 3 minimum in Lift/Escalator maintenance or equivalent.
• Willingness to work towards Schindler Certification Level 3 Red.
• Advanced electrical and mechanical knowledge, including multi-brand equipment.
• Advanced problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines and operate efficiently.
• Ability to work independently with a flexible approach.
• Good communication skills at different levels (Client/Service Leader/Inspectors).
• Manual dexterity and ability to use hand and power tools and record written information.
• Proven fault finding and diagnostic skills.
• Good administration skills and punctuality.
• Full UK driving licence.

Benefits

• Generous holiday allowance
• Competitive base salary
• Attractive standby rates
• Quarterly bonus
• Competitive pension
• Single option private healthcare (BUPA)

What’s in it for you?

• Join our purpose-driven organization. Help shape an industry in which two billion people rely on our products and services every day.
• Your development matters to us. We help you grow by offering the support you need to develop your skills and access a rewarding and fulfilling career.
• Thrive in a diverse and supportive culture. Through local and global initiatives, we promote a culture of inclusion which celebrates diversity and ensures that everyone feels valued.

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.

Are you ready to embark on a new journey? Join #TeamSchindler! Discover more on our career website.

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.

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