Lift Installation Engineer

At Schindler Ltd (UK), our elevators, escalators, and moving walks safely transport more than two billion people every day through buildings, airports, railway stations, and other transportation hubs around the world. As part of the Schindler team, you'll discover meaningful work that enhances the quality of life for communities and helps make places more accessible, inclusive, and sustainable for all. We combine innovation, safety, and high ethical standards, fostering a culture of respect for one another and for the world around us. By joining us, you become part of a global success story while contributing to local communities and shaping the future of urban mobility. Together, we continue a proud legacy of excellence and innovation that began in 1874.

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We are recruiting for a Lift Installation Engineer to cover the Hertfordshire area. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high quality installation work and completing handovers to the required standards. This is a full time and permanent role.

Installing lift/escalator Well and Ancillary Equipment in accordance with approved procedures by selecting appropriate tools and equipment based on the operations to be performed and the equipment to be installed

Installing Traction Equipment in accordance with approved procedures by selecting appropriate tools and equipment. Installation will require the siting, assembly, fitting, alignment, and adjustment of the lift/escalator equipment

Installing Lift Ropes (traction media) and adjust in accordance with approved procedures. The applicant will be required to have install suspension, safety and governor ropes to new or reconstructed lift equipment

Installation of Lift Doors and Frames in accordance with approved procedures. The doors and frames to be installed include manual and power-operated solid sliding doors, multi-leaf doors, hinged doors, collapsible gates, shutter gates and bi-parting doors and shutters, door operators and safety devices for new or reconstructed lift equipment

Checking and Setting the Lift/escalator Installation in accordance with approved procedures. The checks to be carried out include the final checks and adjustments to the operation of lift/escalator installations prior to final test and commissioning

Conducting site surveys

Keeping the supervisor informed regarding the progress of work, hours spent and any non-compliance

Staying in communication with the customer and the supervisor to ensure the satisfaction of the customer needs

Maintaining/monitoring current safety systems under their direct control and implementing agreed changes (where applicable) to its safety management system

Qualified to NVQ level 3 minimum in Lift/Escalator Installation or equivalent or mechanically or electrically qualified

Possession of a relevant/valid Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) card

Advanced product and Installation knowledge/experience

Proven fault finding and diagnostic skills

The ability to work under pressure and to deadlines

The ability to work independently with a flexible approach

Good communication skills at different levels (Client/Installation Managers/SAIS Inspectors)

Good Punctuality

Manual dexterity - Requires the use of hands, arms and feet for repetitive lifting; use of hands and arms to operate various hand and power tools and to record written information

Full UK driving License

Attractive salary package

Company van and fuel card for flexibility on the road

Enjoy 25 days of annual leave plus all bank holidays

One additional paid volunteering day each year

Pension scheme with 6% company contribution

Comprehensive life assurance for peace of mind for you and your loved ones

Enhanced family leave to support you through life’s important moments

Private medical cover with a trusted provider, including 24/7 access to a virtual GP for your convenience

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

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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