Schindler Group
Lift Engineers - Join Our Talent Pool in Aberdeen
How your CV stacks up
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
Location: Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom
Job ID: 90201
We Elevate... Quality of urban life
Our elevators, escalators, and moving walks safely transport more than two billion of us up and down buildings and across transportation hubs every day. As part of the Schindler team, you’ll discover meaningful work that enhances quality of life for communities, and contribute to making places more accessible, inclusive, and sustainable for all. We combine innovation, safety, and high ethical standards, ensuring respect both among colleagues and for the world around us. By joining us, you don’t just become part of our success story; you help shape the future and continue our rich legacy that started back in 1874.
Join us as a Lift Engineers - Join Our Talent Pool in Aberdeen
Join Our Engineering Talent Pool!
Looking for your next engineering opportunity? Join our talent pool today and be the first to hear about roles that match your skills and experience. Once a suitable position becomes available, our recruitment team will be in touch to discuss the opportunity with you. Take the first step towards your next career move by applying today.
Your Main Responsibilities
- Carry out routine servicing of lift equipment, including minor repair work and the routine replacement of components and in accordance with approved company procedures (PPE, PDA, Expert+ etc)
- To rectify and reduce faults on lift equipment in cases of breakdown and check to confirm correct functioning
- Checking the lift function as part of maintenance, checks to include, speed, motor start/stop, weight, noise, temperature and power supplies using approved company issued tooling and protective equipment
- Conduct the routine inspection and adjustment of lift in accordance with approved procedures. Reinstate lift and complete service documentation
- Carrying out more advanced fault finding and diagnostic procedures using a range of techniques, technical manuals and appropriate test equipment, restoring equipment to service
- Conduct site surveys
Reasons to use Rodeo
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
It searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
What You Bring
- Previous experience in lift servicing, maintenance or repairs is preferred
- NVQ Level 3 in Lift Maintenance (or an equivalent qualification)
- Strong electrical and mechanical knowledge, with experience working on multi-brand equipment
- Excellent fault-finding, diagnostic and problem-solving skills
- A full UK driving licence
- Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines and maintain high standards of efficiency
- Confident working independently, with a flexible and proactive approach
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with clients, Service Leaders and Inspectors
- Good manual dexterity, with the ability to safely use hands, arms and feet for repetitive tasks, operate hand and power tools, and complete written records
What’s in it for you?
- Attractive Salary
- Company Van (for eligible roles) with a fuel card and parking expenses covered while you’re on shift.
- 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, and an annual paid volunteering day
- Pension scheme with company contribution
- Comprehensive life assurance
- Enhanced family leave
- Private medical cover with a trusted provider, plus 24/7 virtual GP access
- Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential support
- Free eye tests and eyewear discounts
- Access to a range of employee benefits, including Tech and Cycle to Work schemes, plus exclusive retailer discounts
Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
We Elevate… Your Career
Become part of our team, help us enhance quality of life and drive innovation while raising the bar for safety and sustainability. We value your diverse skills and perspectives as together we shape the sustainable cities of today and tomorrow.
Are you ready to embark on a new journey? Join #TeamSchindler!
Discover more on our career website.
At Schindler Group we value inclusion and diversity, and practise equity to create equal opportunities for all. We endeavour that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, ethnic background, colour, religious affiliation, union affiliation, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, nationality, genetics and health or disability.
Any unsolicited application from Recruitment Agencies is deemed to be rejected and does not constitute in any manner an offer from a Recruitment Agency.
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London
Skills