Tech Surveyor

Technical Surveyor – Lifts & Modernisation

Join KONE and Help Shape the Future of Urban Mobility

We are looking for an experienced Technical Surveyor to join our team, supporting lift modernisation projects across London. This is an exciting opportunity for a lift professional with strong technical knowledge and a passion for identifying innovative solutions that improve the performance, safety, and reliability of lift equipment. As a Technical Surveyor, you will play a key role in assessing existing lift installations, conducting detailed site surveys, and providing technical recommendations to support our modernisation and upgrade projects.

What You'll Be Doing

• Carrying out detailed technical surveys of existing lift equipment to assess condition, configuration, and performance.
• Identifying opportunities for lift modernisation and recommending suitable upgrade solutions.
• Producing accurate survey reports and technical documentation to support project proposals and delivery.
• Working closely with sales, engineering, and operations teams to develop customer-focused solutions.
• Building strong relationships with customers and acting as a trusted technical expert throughout the survey process.
• Supporting escalator surveys where required (experience beneficial but not essential).

What We're Looking For

• Strong lift industry experience with a solid technical understanding of lift systems and components.
• Previous experience within lift modernisation, repairs, installation, or technical surveying.
• Ability to assess equipment condition and determine practical modernisation solutions.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong reporting skills.
• Good communication and customer-facing skills.
• Escalator experience is advantageous but not essential.
• Flexible approach to working hours and locations.

Location & Travel

The role will predominantly cover Central London, although flexibility to support other areas may be required.

Due to the nature of the role, a company vehicle is not required. A travel allowance will be provided to support travel across the region.

Working Hours

Monday to Thursday: 08:00 – 17:00

Friday: 08:00 – 15:00

38-hour working week

Flexibility is required, as some customers may request surveys to be carried out outside of normal working hours, including occasional evening or night-time visits.

Why Join KONE?

At KONE, we don't just offer jobs—we build long-term careers. You'll join a global leader in the lift and escalator industry, working on some of London's most iconic buildings and modernisation projects while benefiting from ongoing development opportunities, industry-leading technology, and a collaborative At KONE, we are focused on creating an innovative and collaborative working culture where we value the contribution of each individual. Employee engagement is a key focus area for us and we encourage participation and the sharing of information and ideas. Sustainability is an integral part of our culture and the daily practice. We follow ethical business practices and we seek to develop a culture of working together where co-workers trust and respect each other and good performance is recognized. In being a great place to work, we are proud to offer a range of experiences and opportunities that will help you to achieve your career and personal goals and enable you to live a healthy and balanced life.

At KONE, our purpose is to shape the future of cities. As a global leader in the elevator and escalator industry, we move two billion people every day, making their journeys safe, convenient, and reliable with smart and sustainable People Flow. In 2025, KONE had annual sales of EUR 11.2 billion, and at the end of the year over 60,000 employees in close to 70 countries. KONE class B shares are listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki Ltd. in Finland.

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