At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain and repair lifts while ensuring top-notch safety standards.
- Company: Join a friendly, family-run lift engineering company with a strong reputation.
- Benefits: Full-time role with opportunities for travel and professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with exposure to various lift technologies.
- Why this job: Be part of a team that values customer satisfaction and safety in every project.
- Qualifications: Technical skills in lift engineering and effective communication are essential.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 40000 £ per year.
Marlin Lift Services Ltd is a family-based lift engineering company providing services across the UK. The team is known for being friendly, honest, and reliable, with a strong focus on customer satisfaction and high safety standards. The company offers a full range of lift services, including repairs, new installations, refurbishments, routine maintenance, and statutory LOLER inspections on all lifting equipment. Engineers work with a wide variety of lift manufacturers, including Otis, Thyssen, Schindler, Kone, and others, giving exposure to diverse technologies and systems.
This is a full-time role based in Kent with working in London, Kent and Essex. Day-to-day responsibilities include:
- Carrying out routine maintenance, fault finding, and repairs on a range of lifts and lifting equipment across various client sites.
- Performing lift maintenance, emergency call outs and small repairs.
- Completing statutory LOLER-related checks and ensuring all work complies with relevant health and safety regulations and company standards.
- Keeping accurate service records, preparing clear job reports, and communicating effectively with planners, supervisors, and customers.
- Providing professional on-site customer support, identifying improvement opportunities, and occasionally participating in an out-of-hours call-out rota as required.
Qualifications:
- Strong technical skills working with lifting equipment, including experience with a variety of lift manufacturers and control systems.
- Proven background in maintenance and repair, including fault diagnosis, routine servicing, and refurbishment of lifts and associated components.
- Effective communication and customer service skills, with the ability to explain technical issues clearly and build positive relationships with clients and colleagues.
- Solid understanding of health and safety practices, including LOLER regulations, safe systems of work, and risk assessment on-site.
- Recognized qualification in lift engineering, electrical, or mechanical engineering (e.g., NVQ Level 3 or equivalent) or substantial relevant experience.
- Ability to work independently in the field, manage time efficiently, and complete accurate service documentation and reports.
- Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel within the London Area and occasionally further afield as needed.
- Experience in the UK lift industry and familiarity with modern diagnostic tools and service software are beneficial.
Locations
Lift Engineer in City of London, London employer: Marlin Lift Services Ltd
Marlin Lift Services Ltd is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and family-oriented work environment where engineers can thrive. With a strong emphasis on safety and customer satisfaction, employees benefit from exposure to a variety of lift technologies while enjoying opportunities for professional growth and development. Based in Kent, the role allows for diverse experiences across London, Kent, and Essex, making it an ideal choice for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in the lift engineering sector.
