Lift Tester Trainee

Orona; Sunbury-on-Thames; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Generous Holiday Allowance

Pension Scheme

Life Insurance

Medical Cash Back Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Eyecare Vouchers

Long Service Awards

Recruitment Referral Fee

Ongoing Training & Development

Job summary

Orona, a leader in lift technology, is seeking a Trainee Lift Tester in Sunbury-on-Thames. This role offers a pathway to NVQ4 qualification while working on lift installations and modernisations. You will perform onsite tests, ensuring safety regulations are met and supporting other departments as needed.

The company provides comprehensive training and benefits including competitive pay, generous holiday allowance, and a supportive work environment designed for career development.

Qualifications

• Preferred qualification in NVQ 3 in Lift Engineering.
• Experience in working with lifts is essential.
• Possess a clean UK driving license.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-tests on lift installations and modernisations.
• Onsite adjusting and testing of lifts ensuring compliance.
• Complete test sheets and required documentation.
• Utilize technical experience with lift control systems.

Skills

Working with Lifts

Strong customer skills

Understanding of lift control systems

Flexible Hours

Education

NVQ 3 in Lift Engineering

Job description

ORONA

At ORONA, we are global leaders in the design, manufacture, installation, maintenance and modernisation of lifts, escalators, moving ramps and walkways. Operating in over 100 countries, with 330,000 lifts worldwide using our technology and 2 manufacturing plants, we are proud to be Number 1 in Europe for complete lift production capacity.

The Role

We are looking for a qualified engineer in Sunbury looking to become a Trainee Lift Tester, who would like to progress and become NVQ4 qualified Testers. We will provide you with all necessary training to become an independent and qualified Tester. You will be enrolled for NVQ4 training and also Technical Training within the Company. This role is in Modernisation department which cover replacements and upgrades.

Key Responsibilities

• Carrying out pre-test’s to company installations and modernisations compiling snag list for engineers/trades etc as necessary.
• Onsite adjusting and testing of lifts to ensure adherence to Health and Safety legislation and lift regulation’s.
• Support with completion of test sheets and supporting company and client documentation as required.
• Using technical experience, specifically an understanding of lift control systems and electrical knowledge.
• Support other departments as necessary.

If you are ambitious, safety-driven, and ready to take the next step in your lift engineering career, we would love to hear from you.

Why Join ORONA?

We offer more than just a job — we offer long-term career development within a stable and growing company.

What We Offer

• Attractive Salary: Competitive pay that reflects your skills and experience
• Generous Holiday Allowance: Enjoy 25 days of annual leave, increasing to 30 with service, and 8 public holidays
• Secure Future: Benefit from a pension scheme with increasing company contributions as you grow with us
• Peace of Mind: Life Insurance to support you and your loved ones
• Health & Wellbeing: Medical Cash Back Plan to help with health costs, plus access to 24/7 GP services
• Family-Friendly Benefits: Enhanced leave for family-related events and emergencies
• Support When You Need It: Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential support for personal or work-related challenges
• Eye Care: Eyecare vouchers to help keep your vision sharp
• Recognition for Longevity: Long Service Awards to celebrate your milestones with us
• Referral Rewards: Earn a Recruitment Referral Fee by helping us find top talent
• Continuous Growth: Ongoing Training & Development opportunities to support your career journey

Requirements

• NVQ 3 in Lift Engineering
• Experience of working with Lifts
• Strong customer skills
• A clean UK Driving License
• Flexible Hours
• Full driving licence

Join ORONA and be part of a company moving the world safely and efficiently every day.