Work Pattern: 35 hours per week
PAYE Pay Rate: £26.26 per hour
Job Purpose
The Council is looking for an experienced Lift Engineer to manage the inspection, maintenance, repair and improvement of lift installations across its housing properties.
You will investigate and diagnose lift defects, oversee contractors, ensure repairs and improvement works are completed safely and to the required standards, and manage lift maintenance contracts. You will also ensure compliance with relevant Health & Safety legislation, British Standards and Council procedures.
Typical Day
- Carrying out site visits and inspecting lifts across council housing properties.
- Investigating lift breakdowns, diagnosing faults and identifying necessary repairs.
- Meeting contractors and monitoring the progress and quality of maintenance works.
- Reviewing maintenance reports, safety records and lift shutdown notifications.
- Attending site meetings and liaising with engineers, contractors and Housing Management.
- Checking completed works, identifying outstanding defects and approving practical completion.
- Preparing technical specifications, cost estimates and contract documentation.
- Responding to urgent lift issues and ensuring resident safety is maintained.
Key Responsibilities
- Inspect and diagnose faults, defects and safety issues across council lift installations.
- Manage and supervise lift maintenance, repairs, modernisations and improvement works.
- Monitor contractors to ensure work meets specifications, quality standards and agreed timescales.
- Carry out site inspections, attend progress meetings and resolve technical issues or delays.
- Prepare technical specifications, tender documents, cost estimates and contract reports.
- Manage contractor performance, valuations, payment certificates and final accounts.
- Conduct pre-handover inspections and ensure all defects are resolved before completion.
- Oversee planned preventative maintenance and emergency lift inspections.
- Ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations, British Standards and fire safety reporting requirements.
- Liaise with contractors, consultants, Housing Management and other internal and external stakeholders.
- Prepare performance reports and recommend service improvements.
Essential Requirements
- HNC/HND in a building-related subject.
- Proven experience advising on lift regulations, installations and maintenance, or relevant experience within the field.
- Strong knowledge of Health & Safety regulations within council or residential properties.
- Experience inspecting and supervising contractors and maintenance works.
- Good understanding of technical specifications, contract management and quality control.
- Competent in Microsoft Word, Excel and Access.
- Ability to work evenings and weekends when required.
OR122436 – Lift Engineer – PO3 – Housing employer: London Borough of Lambeth
The London Borough of Lambeth is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a supportive and collaborative work culture that prioritises the well-being and professional growth of its employees. With a focus on driving practice excellence in Children’s Social Care, staff are provided with ample opportunities for development through training and multi-agency collaboration, all while contributing to meaningful outcomes for the community. Located in vibrant London, employees enjoy a dynamic environment that encourages innovation and engagement.
