Otis Elevator Co.
Lift Engineer Apprentice, Service - Central London
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Lift Engineer Apprentice, Service - Central London
Engineer Apprentice – Lift and Escalator Maintenance (NVQ Level 3) – OTIS
Location
Otis Vantage London, 10th Floor Great West Road, Brentford, TW8 9AG, UK
About Otis
No one moves people like we do!
✔ Global Impact – Every day, OTIS transports 2 billion people and maintains over 2.2 million customer units worldwide. ✔ Iconic Installations – Our facilities are found in world-famous landmarks, including the Eiffel Tower, Empire State Building, Burj Khalifa, and more. ✔ Resilience & Innovation – OTIS remains a leading industry force even during economic challenges, powered by 72,000 dedicated employees across 200+ countries.
When you join OTIS, you become part of a global, people-focused company with a legacy of innovation, safety, ethics, and quality at its core.
The Opportunity: Engineer Apprentice Programme
OTIS offers one of the most comprehensive apprenticeship schemes in the lift industry. As an Engineer Apprentice, you’ll:
- Gain hands-on experience within a strong team
- Earn an NVQ Level 3 qualification (essential for a career as a Lift and Escalator Engineer)
- Balance practical training with classroom-based learning
- Develop into a qualified Service Lift Engineer in three years, managing customer routes and ensuring smooth lift operations
Your development will be fully supported by OTIS and our apprenticeship partner.
What You’ll Do After Qualifying (Years 2–3)
As a Service Lift Engineer, you’ll:
- Perform regular service visits and repairs on assigned routes
- Diagnose and resolve electrical and mechanical faults
- Communicate effectively with customers about equipment status
- Ensure safety, efficiency, and uptime of elevators and escalators
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Who We Are Looking For
You’ll thrive at OTIS if you embody the following:
Essential Requirements
- 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at Grade C/4 or above, including:
- Maths
- English
- One STEM-related subject (Science, Technology, Engineering, Maths)
- Curiosity & proactivity – a willingness to learn and adapt
- Teamwork mindset – collaboration with colleagues is key
- Commitment to training – ability to attend all required apprenticeship sessions
- Must provide your own laptop for coursework
Nice-to-Have
- Previous experience in technical, engineering, or hands-on maintenance roles
- Strong problem-solving skills with an analytical approach
From Apprentice to Career: Your Progression Path
- Year 1 Salary: £16,416
- Year 2 Salary: £21,888
- Year 3 Salary: £30,096 (fully qualified as a Service Lift Engineer)
- ** Career progression** – OTIS supports ongoing development, fostering leadership in Sales, Engineering, Projects, and beyond.
- Employee Scholar Programme – Funding for colleagues to pursue degrees or certifications.
At OTIS, we believe people move worlds, and we train and empower the best to:
- Keep people safe and mobile
- Innovate in a taller, faster, smarter world
- Build what’s next
Why Join Otis?
✅ Global Impact through Innovation – Be part of the company that powers 2.4 billion daily journeys. ✅ Resilience & Future-readiness – OTIS thrives in all economic climates. ✅ Supportive Culture – Learn from industry leaders in a safe, ethical, diverse team. ✅ Career Growth – Develop into a highly skilled engineer with opportunities to lead. ✅ Sell in Best Companies Rankings – Named one of the UK’s best companies to work for.
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Our Values: The Three Absolutes
At OTIS, we stand by Safety, Ethics, and Quality in everything we do.
"People Antes" – Our global team puts passengers, customers, and colleagues at the centre*.
Additional Information
Equality & Inclusion
OTIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications are considered without regard to:
- Race
- Color
- Religion
- Sex/gender identity
- Sexual orientation
- National origin
- Disability status
- Veteran status
- Age or any other protected class under applicable law.
To request an accommodation in completing an application due to a disability, please contact: careers@otis.com
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