We Elevate... Quality of urban life SAIS Inspector

Schindler Management Ltd.; Addlestone; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational elevator company in Addlestone seeks a Lift & Escalator Inspector to lead reliability initiatives. Responsibilities include inspecting lifts and escalators to meet safety standards, coaching teams, and providing technical support. Candidates should have an NVQ4 qualification and extensive knowledge of relevant products and safety components. This role offers a competitive salary, bonuses, and comprehensive employee benefits including medical cover and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Competitive salary with a discretionary annual bonus

Company car or allowance (for eligible roles)

25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, and an annual paid volunteering day

Pension scheme with 6% company contribution

Comprehensive life assurance

Enhanced family leave

Private medical cover with a trusted provider, plus 24/7 virtual GP access

Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential support

Free eye tests and eyewear discounts

Access to a range of employee benefits including Tech and Cycle to Work schemes, plus exclusive retailer discounts

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of Schindler and third-party products and services, particularly lifts and escalators.
• NVQ4 qualification.
• Extensive and sufficient electrical and mechanical knowledge.
• Practical and theoretical knowledge of safety components.
• Knowledge of NI installation requirements.
• Have an exact and structured method of working.
• Able to represent Schindler and demonstrate its value.

Responsibilities

• Inspect lifts, escalators and moving walks in accordance with SAIS requirements.
• Re‑inspect when non‑conformities are found.
• Confirm whether a Declaration of Conformity can be issued.
• Coach internal and external installation teams during inspection processes.
• Ensure all tasks are performed safely.
• Provide technical support to NI / MOD or EI as requested.
• Assist with retrofit actions as requested.

Job description

About the Role

As a Lift & Escalator Inspector at Schindler, you will lead portfolio reliability initiatives and work closely with branch management to ensure our products meet the highest safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Inspect lifts, escalators and moving walks in accordance with SAIS requirements, performing defined tests, measuring, checking, comparing with acceptance criteria, and recording results.
• Re‑inspect when non‑conformities are found; critical items require re‑inspection by the SAIS inspector once rectified.
• Confirm whether a Declaration of Conformity can be issued and that the lift or escalator complies with relevant codes and standards.
• Coach internal and external installation teams during inspection processes.
• Ensure all tasks are performed safely and in accordance with agreed methods and procedures.
• Provide technical support to NI / MOD or EI as requested by the Test/Technical Manager.
• Assist with retrofit actions as requested by the Test/Technical Manager.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of Schindler and third‑party products and services, particularly lifts and escalators.
• NVQ4 qualification.
• Extensive and sufficient electrical and mechanical knowledge.
• Practical and theoretical knowledge of safety components.
• Knowledge of NI installation requirements.
• Have an exact and structured method of working.
• Able to represent Schindler and demonstrate its value.

About Schindler

Our elevators, escalators and moving walks safely transport more than two billion people every day. As part of the Schindler team, you will discover meaningful work that enhances quality of life for communities, contributes to making places more accessible, inclusive, and sustainable, and helps shape the future of mobility.

Culture & Development

• Thrive in a diverse and supportive culture that celebrates inclusion.
• Your development matters – we help you grow by offering the support you need to develop your skills and pursue a rewarding career.
• Join our purpose‑driven organization and help shape an industry that two billion people rely on.

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 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.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with a discretionary annual bonus.
• Company car or allowance (for eligible roles).
• 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, and an annual paid volunteering day.
• Pension scheme with 6% company contribution.
• Comprehensive life assurance.
• Enhanced family leave.
• Private medical cover with a trusted provider, plus 24/7 virtual GP access.
• Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential support.
• Free eye tests and eyewear discounts.
• Access to a range of employee benefits, including Tech and Cycle to Work schemes, plus exclusive retailer discounts.

Legal & Equality Statement

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.