Job Description
Company description:
Location: Northfleet, England, United Kingdom Job ID: 80911
We Elevate... Quality of urban life
Our elevators, escalators, and moving walks safely transport more than two billion of us up and down buildings and across transportation hubs every day. As part of the Schindler team, you’ll discover meaningful work that enhances quality of life for communities, and contribute to making places more accessible, inclusive, and sustainable for all. We combine innovation, safety, and high ethical standards, ensuring respect both among colleagues and for the world around us. By joining us, you don’t just become part of our success story; you help shape the future and continue our rich legacy that started back in 1874.
Job description:
We are looking to recruit a Lift Service Engineer (Nights) to join our Team based out of our Northfleet Office but covering London, working on a four on, four off night shift basis between 7pm and 7am for one of our Clients in London. The Technician will be experienced in the carry out of planned preventative maintenance regimes as determined by the contract terms to our portfolio of lift equipment, improvement of equipment condition to improve the time between technical callbacks and reduce lift equipment downtime. Works will also include minor repair work and the lifecycle replacement of components and adherence to all company safety and conduct procedures. This is a full time and permanent role.
Duties & Responsibilities:
* Carry out routine servicing of lift equipment, including minor repair work and the routine replacement of components and in accordance with approved company procedures
* To rectify and reduce faults on lift equipment in cases of breakdown and check to confirm correct functioning
* Checking the lift function as part of maintenance, using approved company issued tooling and protective equipment
* Carry out the routine inspection, adjustment, of lift installations in accordance with approved procedures. Reinstate lift and complete service documentation
* Carrying out fault finding and diagnostic procedures using a range of techniques, technical manuals and appropriate test equipment, restoring equipment to service
* All employees are required to work in accordance with established Company Occupational Health and Safety policies and procedures to ensure compliance with current UK legal requirements and Schindler Group safety requirements
* Employees must comply with Company Health & Safety requirements and set a personal example of safe behaviour at all times
* Employees will be required to contribute to the Company safety objectives, where necessary by maintaining/monitoring current safety systems under their direct control and implementing agreed changes (where applicable)
* We are looking for an experienced Technician to meet the high levels of service expected from our client
Profile description:
Candidate Requirements:
* Proven experience in Lift Servicing/ Maintenance/ Repairs, must have call out experience
* Qualified to NVQ level 3 or equivalent minimum in Lift maintenance
* The ability to work under pressure and to deadlines
* Flexibility
* Good problem solving skills
* Good communication skills at different levels (Client/Service Management/LU Inspectors)
* Full UK driving Licence
We offer:
* Join our purpose-driven organization. Help shape an industry in which two billion people rely on our products and services every day.
* Your development matters to us. We help you grow by offering the support you need to develop your skills and access a rewarding and fulfilling career.
* Thrive in a diverse and supportive culture. Through local and global initiatives, we promote a culture of inclusion which celebrates diversity and ensures that everyone feels valued.
* 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