The Role at a Glance
Engineering Design & Compliance Manager
Dartford + Frequent Site Travel
Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits Package inc Car Allowance
Reporting to: Major Works Director
Company
Pioneer of the British lift industry. Formerly part of global brand Otis. Private Equity-backed by R Capital since 2025. Independent specialist in lift installation, maintenance, repair and modernisation.
Pedigree
Clients include national retail chains, major hospitals, facilities management providers and MOD sites.
Culture
Safety, Ethics & Quality Focused.
Qualifications
* Degree or HNC/HND in Mechanical, Electrical or Lift Engineering (desirable).
* Minimum 8 years’ experience in the lift or building services industry, with proven technical and compliance expertise.
* In-depth understanding of EN81, LOLER, PUWER, CDM, EH&S and other lift industry standards.
* Demonstrated experience in design review, project engineering, and technical governance.
* Proven ability to manage technical teams and influence cross‑functional stakeholders.
* Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills — able to explain complex technical issues clearly.
* CAD and digital design tools proficiency desirable.
* NEBOSH or IOSH qualification advantageous.
About You
As the senior lift engineering professional you will act as the technical authority across design, engineering standards, quality and compliance functions throughout the business. You’ll lead technical review activity across lift modernisation and installation projects, ensuring designs, installations and operational activity comply fully with EN81, LOLER, PUWER, CDM and wider regulatory frameworks.
Working closely with engineers, project managers, operational teams and leadership, you’ll provide expert technical guidance, support continuous improvement initiatives and help strengthen engineering consistency, quality and safety across the organisation.
You’ll also play a key role in mentoring teams, supporting technical development and ensuring robust engineering governance processes are maintained throughout project delivery and field operations.
Benefits
* Access to Discounts Platform
* Pension (Day 1) – Aviva
* Holiday – 25 days per year plus bank holidays
* Wellness (Day 1) – Employee Assistance Programme
* Death in Service (Day 1) 3x Salary – Canada Life
* Sickness Scheme – Discretionary
* Family Policies – Enhanced maternity and paternity provision subject to service
* Incentive Scheme – Discretionary
* Employee Referral Scheme
* Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
Why Join Liftec Express?
* Join a respected, PE‑backed engineering services business with ambitious growth plans
* Play a visible role shaping engineering standards and technical governance
* Opportunity to influence quality, compliance and operational excellence across the business
* Supportive, technically focused and safety‑led culture
* Work alongside experienced engineering professionals within a collaborative environment
* Be part of a business investing heavily in its people, systems and future growth
Company Overview
Liftec Express is a highly respected name in the UK lift and escalator sector. Previously part of OTIS, the world’s leading manufacturer and service provider of elevators, escalators and moving walkways, the business is now operating independently following acquisition by R Capital. With greater agility as a standalone organisation and ambitious growth plans ahead, Liftec is investing heavily in engineering excellence, operational quality and technical capability as it strengthens its position as one of the UK’s leading independent lift providers. The business delivers installation, maintenance, repair and modernisation solutions across commercial, residential and public‑sector environments, including prestigious and high‑profile sites nationwide.
Commitment to Safety and Compliance
As a Private Equity‑backed organisation, Liftec is focused on safety, compliance, technical excellence and long‑term sustainable growth. This is an opportunity to step into a highly influential technical leadership role where your expertise will genuinely shape engineering standards across the business.
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