Lift Engineer (Service & Repairs)

Service & Repairs Lift Engineer

Location: Field-Based
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Sector: Lift Engineering / Maintenance & Repairs

The Opportunity

We are recruiting on behalf of an established, family-run Lift Engineering contractor looking to appoint an experienced Service & Repairs Lift Engineer to join their growing team.

Our client specialises in lift servicing, planned maintenance, fault diagnosis and repairs, providing a reliable and professional service to customers across a range of sites.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Lift Engineer who enjoys a varied workload, working independently and taking responsibility for maintaining and repairing lift equipment.

The successful candidate will benefit from a supportive working environment, ongoing training and opportunities to develop within the business.

The Role

As a Service & Repairs Lift Engineer, you will be responsible for carrying out planned preventative maintenance, servicing, fault finding and repairs across a variety of lift systems.

The role will involve working independently across customer sites, attending breakdowns, diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults and ensuring lifts are maintained to a safe and reliable standard.

You will also be responsible for managing your daily workload, maintaining accurate service records and providing a professional service to customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and routine lift servicing.
• Attend breakdowns and emergency call-outs, diagnosing faults and restoring lifts to safe working order.
• Undertake mechanical and electrical fault finding, testing and repairs.
• Repair or replace defective lift components where authorised and competent.
• Identify recurring faults, equipment defects and potential safety issues.
• Complete inspections and functional testing following maintenance and repair works.
• Ensure all works comply with relevant health and safety legislation, industry standards and company procedures.
• Complete service reports, job sheets, timesheets and maintenance documentation.
• Communicate with customers regarding repairs, equipment condition and any recommended further works.
• Maintain company tools, equipment and vehicle stock.
• Participate in an out-of-hours call-out rota where required and agreed.

Requirements

We are looking for an experienced Lift Engineer with a strong background in servicing, maintenance and repairs.

Essential

• Previous experience working as a Lift Service Engineer, Lift Repair Engineer or similar.
• Strong mechanical and electrical fault-finding skills.
• Experience servicing, maintaining and repairing lift equipment.
• Good understanding of lift safety regulations and safe working practices.
• Ability to work independently and manage a field-based workload.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to complete accurate service and maintenance reports.
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable

• NVQ Level 3 in Lift Engineering or equivalent recognised qualification.
• Experience working on both traction and hydraulic lift systems.
• Knowledge of different lift manufacturers and control systems.
• Understanding of LOLER and relevant British Standards.
• Experience carrying out minor lift modernisation works and component upgrades.
• Relevant health and safety qualifications.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
• Company vehicle + Fuel card
• Company mobile phone.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Supportive, family-run working environment.
• Varied servicing, maintenance and repair work.
• Opportunity for long-term career progression.
• 28 days annual leave (incl bank holidays)