Lift & Escalator Manager Client Direct Commercial Estate Canary Wharf Up to £70,000
Exciting opportunity to work for a Direct Client situated in Canary Wharf, East London. CBW are currently recruiting for a Lift & Escalator Manager to be based across a large commercial estate in Canary Wharf. The successful candidate will have a minimum of 5 years experience within the lift and escalator industry (NVQ Level 3 qualified) with a strong background in contractor management, statutory compliance and lifecycle project delivery.
Working as part of the senior technical team, he or she will be responsible for overseeing all lift and escalator assets across the Estate, ensuring full compliance with LOLER and CDM regulations, managing contractor performance, leading lifecycle works and maintaining the highest Health & Safety standards. In return, the company is offering a competitive salary of up to £70,000, excellent benefits and long-term career progression.
Duties:
Oversee the safe, compliant and efficient operation of all landlord lift and escalator assets across the Estate.
Manage contractor performance across planned preventative maintenance (PPM), reactive repairs, shutdowns, testing and lifecycle works.
Ensure full compliance with LOLER inspections, monitoring and closing out all defects within required timescales.
Review and approve contractor Risk Assessments and Method Statements, ensuring works are carried out safely and in accordance with site requirements.
Oversee Emergency Defect reporting via the Asset Register (SharePoint), ensuring accurate tracking and timely closure.
Carry out quality inspections and formal audits of lifts, escalators, motor rooms, shafts and pits, maintaining photographic records.
Lead major repairs, refurbishment and modernisation projects, ensuring programmes are adhered to and CDM requirements are met.
Chair weekly L&E review meetings, record minutes and track actions to completion.
Prepare and present monthly and year-to-date performance reports to Building Managers and senior stakeholders.
Manage GL reviews, contractor invoicing validation and annual budget consolidation.
Support service contract and lifecycle tenders in accordance with company procedures.
Assist during emergency breakdowns, including coordination of safe passenger release where required.
Ensure all contractor documentation and compliance records are submitted and recorded within required timeframes.
Be available outside normal working hours to attend emergency situations where required.
Hours of Work
Monday to Friday
08:00 - 17:00
40 Hours Per Week
Occasional out of hours attendance required for emergencies
Package
Up to £70,000 (dependent on experience)
25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
Pension Scheme - 12.5% from employer
Private Healthcare
Life Assurance
Career Progression
Training (Internal & External Courses)
Requirements
Minimum 5 years experience within the lift and escalator industry
NVQ Level 3 (Lift & Escalator Engineering or equivalent)
IOSH qualification
Strong knowledge of LOLER, CDM and industry regulations
Experience managing contractors and lifecycle projects
Excellent Health & Safety knowledge
Strong IT and reporting skills
Excellent communication skills with the ability to liaise at all levels
Traceable work history
Please send your CV to Fin Havering CBW Staffing Solutions for more information!
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