Hoist & Stairlift Installation Engineer
Field-Based (South East & West Sussex) Must be within commuting distance of Eastbourne or surrounding areas Full-Time | £28,000 £32,000 per annum + overtime + call-out earnings
Join a respected, growing mobility specialist making a real difference every day
Were working with a well-established Sussex-based mobility company that installs, services, and maintains stairlifts, overhead hoists, and essential mobility equipment across the South East and West Sussex.
They are now looking for a skilled and motivated Hoist & Stairlift Installation Engineer to join their expanding engineering team. This is a hands-on, field-based role where your technical expertise directly improves independence, safety, and quality of life for customers in their own homes.
If you enjoy practical engineering work, solving problems on-site, and working independently in a trusted rolethis could be an excellent fit.
What youll be doing
Installing, servicing, and maintaining stairlifts and overhead hoist systems in domestic environments
Diagnosing and repairing electrical and mechanical faults efficiently and safely
Carrying out planned preventative maintenance and responding to reactive service calls
Managing your own field-based workload and daily schedule across the region
Taking part in a structured 1 in 4 emergency call-out rota (with additional earning potential)
Completing clear and accurate service records, reports, and compliance documentation
Ensuring all work meets strict health & safety standards and manufacturer guidelines
Delivering a professional, respectful, customer-focused service in private homes
What were looking for
Essential
Previous hands-on experience with stairlift installation and servicing
Strong electrical and mechanical fault-finding skills
Ability to work independently and manage your own workload
Confident communication and strong customer service approach
Excellent practical problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Full UK driving licence (clean preferred)
Willingness to participate in an out-of-hours call-out rota
DBS check (or willingness to undergo one)
Desirable
Experience with ceiling track hoists or broader mobility equipment
Knowledge of LOLER regulations or lifting equipment standards
Electrical qualifications (e.g. 18th Edition, NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent)
Background in healthcare, assisted living, or domestic engineering environments
Manual handling training or certification
Whats in it for you
Company van, tools, and mobile phone provided
Manufacturer and in-house training to support ongoing development
Strong opportunity for overtime and additional earnings through call-outs
Long-term, stable role within a supportive and growing business
Work that is varied, meaningful, and technically engaging
Autonomy to manage your own daily schedule in the field
Why join?
This is a role where your engineering skills genuinely matter. Youll be working independently, trusted to manage your own workload, and supported by a team that values professionalism, reliability, and quality workmanship.
Youll also be part of a sector that makes a real differencehelping people remain safe and independent in their own homes.
Interested?
If youre an experienced engineer looking for a stable field-based role with variety, responsibility, and earning potential, wed love to hear from you.
Click Apply now to take the next step.
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