Overview
Location: Addlestone, England, United Kingdom
Job ID: 82995
We Elevate... Quality of urban life. Our elevators, escalators, and moving walks safely transport more than two billion people every day. As part of the Schindler team, you’ll contribute to making places more accessible, inclusive, and sustainable for all. We combine innovation, safety, and high ethical standards, ensuring respect among colleagues and for the world around us. By joining us, you help shape the future and continue our rich legacy that started back in 1874.
Role: NI Fitter/ImprovER - East London Area. We are recruiting for a NI Fitter to join our Team based out of our Addlestone Office in Surrey and covering the East London area. The successful candidate will measure and set out lift/escalator installations in accordance with approved procedures, comply with statutory regulations and organisational safety, and prepare the work area for installation activities and handing over and confirming completion of installation activities. If you are already working in the construction or lift industry with electrical or mechanical qualifications but haven't completed your NVQ3, we still encourage you to apply for the Improver role. While being a certified fitter is advantageous, we value your experience and invite your application. This is a full-time and permanent role.
What You e’ll Be Doing
* Installing lift/escalator Well and Ancillary Equipment in accordance with approved procedures by selecting appropriate tools and equipment based on the operations to be performed and the equipment to be installed
* Installing Traction Equipment in accordance with approved procedures by selecting appropriate tools and equipment. Installation will require siting, assembly, fitting, alignment and adjustment of the lift/escalator equipment
* Installing Lift Ropes (traction media) and adjusting in accordance with approved procedures. The applicant will be required to install suspension, safety and governor ropes to new or reconstructed lift equipment
* Installation of Lift Doors and Frames in accordance with approved procedures. The doors and frames to be installed include manual and power-operated solid sliding doors, multi-leaf doors, hinged doors, collapsible gates, shutter gates and bi-parting doors and shutters, door operators and safety devices for new or reconstructed lift equipment
* Checking and Setting the Lift/escalator Installation in accordance with approved procedures. The checks to be carried out include final checks and adjustments to the operation of lift/escalator installations prior to final test and commissioning
* Carrying out site surveys
* Keeping the supervisor informed regarding progress of work, hours spent and any non-compliance
* Staying in communication with the customer and the supervisor to ensure the satisfaction of customer needs
* Attending all relevant training sessions
* Carrying out all works in accordance with the Company’s Quality Corporate policy
* Working in accordance with the Company’s Occupational Health and Safety policies and procedures to ensure compliance with current UK legal requirements and Schindler Group safety requirements, as well as setting a personal example of safe behaviour
* Contributing to the Company safety objectives, maintaining/monitoring current safety systems under their direct control and implementing agreed changes to its safety management system
What We're Looking For
* NVQ level 3 minimum in Lift/Escalator Installation or equivalent or mechanically or electrically qualified and willing to work towards NVQ3 Qualification
* Possession of a relevant/valid Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) card
* More advanced product and installation knowledge/experience
* Proven fault finding and diagnostic skills
* Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines
* Ability to work independently with a flexible approach
* Good communication skills at different levels (Client/Installation Managers/SAIS Inspectors)
* Good punctuality
* Manual dexterity - requires the use of hands, arms and feet for repetitive lifting; use of hands and arms to operate various hand and power tools and to record written information
* Full UK driving licence
Why Work For Us
* Generous holiday allowance
* Competitive base salary
* Competitive pension
* Single option private healthcare
* Discounts & Benefits Scheme
What’s in it for you?
* 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.
We Elevate… Your Career
Become part of our team, help us enhance quality of life and drive innovation while raising the bar for safety and sustainability. We value your diverse skills and perspectives as together we shape the sustainable cities of today and tomorrow.
Are you ready to embark on a new journey? Join #TeamSchindler! Discover more on our career website.
Inclusion statement: Schindler Group values inclusion and diversity, and practices equity to create equal opportunities for all. We endeavour that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, ethnic background, colour, religious affiliation, union affiliation, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, nationality, genetics and health or disability.
Recruitment note: Any unsolicited application from Recruitment Agencies is deemed to be rejected and does not constitute an offer from a Recruitment Agency.
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