About The Role
About the Role
We have an exciting opportunity for an Improver to join our Heathrow team. This role is ideal for someone looking to kick-start their career in the lifts and escalators industry with a global leader. You’ll work alongside experienced engineers, gaining hands-on experience, technical knowledge, and industry qualifications while supporting the maintenance and repair of equipment at one of the UK’s busiest and most dynamic locations. At KONE, we invest in our people – this is your chance to build a long-term career with excellent development and progression opportunities.
What You’ll Be Doing
1. Supporting qualified engineers with the maintenance, servicing, and repair of lifts and escalators across Heathrow
2. Assisting with fault finding and troubleshooting to ensure equipment remains safe and reliable
3. Carrying out routine inspections and preventative maintenance under supervision
4. Working in line with KONE safety standards and Heathrow airport procedures
5. Building strong relationships with customers and on-site stakeholders
6. Developing your skills through structured training and on-the-job coaching
7. Accurately recording work using KONE digital tools and systems
Keyboard Shortcuts
8. F9 - Move focus from the edit area to the Footer Toolbar
9. F10 - Move focus from the edit area to the first toolbar button
10. Shift + TAB - Move focus from the edit area to the last toolbar button
About You
What We’re Looking For
11. A strong interest in engineering and a desire to build a career in the lift & escalator industry
12. Part-qualified (e.g., working towards NVQ Level 3 or equivalent) – preferred
13. Some mechanical/electrical experience or relevant qualification – advantageous
14. A proactive, hands-on approach with willingness to learn
15. Good communication skills and a customer-focused mindset
16. Ability to work effectively in a team within a fast-paced airport environment
17. Full UK driving licence – preferred
18. Flexibility to work the 4 on 4 off, 6pm–6am night shift pattern and meet airport security requirements
What We Offer
19. Structured development plan to support progression to qualified Engineer
20. Industry-leading training and mentoring
21. Competitive salary with overtime opportunities
22. 20 days holiday + bank holidays
23. Pension, life assurance, and KONE employee benefits
24. Career progression within a global organisation
25. Opportunity to work at a high-profile, exciting site
Keyboard Shortcuts
26. F9 - Move focus from the edit area to the Footer Toolbar
27. F10 - Move focus from the edit area to the first toolbar button
28. Shift + TAB - Move focus from the edit area to the last toolbar button