Hoist & stairlift installation engineer

Job Description

Hoist & Stairlift Installation Engineer (Field-Based)

South East & West Sussex (commutable to Eastbourne area)

Package

£30,000 £34,000 basic salary D.O.E.
Overtime available
1-in-4 on-call rota with additional earnings
Company van, tools, and mobile phone provided

Role Overview

Field-based mobility equipment engineer responsible for the installation, servicing, and repair of stairlifts and ceiling track hoist systems within domestic environments. The role combines electrical and mechanical fault-finding with customer-facing service delivery, ensuring equipment is installed and maintained safely, reliably, and in compliance with manufacturer and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Install and commission stairlifts and overhead hoist systems in customers homes
• Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical faults efficiently and safely
• Carry out planned preventative maintenance and reactive breakdown work
• Manage your own field-based workload and daily schedule
• Maintain accurate service records, reports, and compliance documentation
• Ensure all work meets relevant health and safety and manufacturer standards
• Provide professional, respectful customer service in private residences
• Participate in a 1-in-4 emergency call-out rota

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• Proven experience with stairlift installation and servicing
• Experience with ceiling track hoists or mobility equipment
• Strong electrical and mechanical fault-finding ability
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Full UK driving licence
• Willingness to participate in the call-out rota
• DBS check (or willingness to obtain one)

Desirable

• Experience with ceiling track hoists or mobility equipment
• Knowledge of LOLER / lifting equipment regulations
• Electrical qualifications (18th Edition, NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent)
• Background in healthcare, assisted living, or field service engineering
• Manual handling training

Benefits

• Stable, long-term role within a growing specialist sector
• Manufacturer and in-house training provided
• Overtime and call-out earnings enhance the overall package
• Fully equipped company vehicle and tools
• Varied, hands-on technical work
• Autonomy to manage your own daily schedule
• Meaningful work improving mobility and independence for end users

Interested?

If youre an experienced engineer looking for a stable field-based role with variety, responsibility, and earning potential, wed love to hear from you.

Click Apply now to take the next step.

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