Schindler Group
Lift Installation Engineer
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Location: Hertfordshire, England, United Kingdom
Job ID: 82996
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.
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Lift Installation Engineer- Hertfordshire
We are recruiting for a Lift Installation Engineer to cover the Hertfordshire area,t he successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high quality installation work and completing handovers to the required standards.
Your Main Responsibilities
Installing lift/escalator Well and Ancillary Equipment in accordance with approved procedures by selecting appropriate tools and equipment based on the operations to be performed and the equipment to be installed Installing Traction Equipment in accordance with approved procedures by selecting appropriate tools and equipment. Installation will require the siting, assembly, fitting, alignment, and adjustment of the lift/escalator equipment Installing Lift Ropes (traction media) and adjust in accordance with approved procedures. The applicant will be required to have install suspension, safety and governor ropes to new or reconstructed lift equipment Installation of Lift Doors and Frames in accordance with approved procedures. The doors and frames to be installed include manual and power-operated solid sliding doors, multi-leaf doors, hinged doors, collapsible gates, shutter gates and bi-parting doors and shutters, door operators and safety devices for new or reconstructed lift equipment Checking and Setting the Lift/escalator Installation in accordance with approved procedures. The checks to be carried out include the final checks and adjustments to the operation of lift/escalator installations prior to final test and commissioning Conducting site surveys Keeping the supervisor informed regarding the progress of work, hours spent and any non-compliance Staying in communication with the customer and the supervisor to ensure the satisfaction of the customer needs Maintaining/monitoring current safety systems under their direct control and implementing agreed changes (where applicable) to its safety management system
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What You Bring
Qualified to NVQ level 3 minimum in Lift/Escalator Installation or equivalent or mechanically or electrically qualified Possession of a relevant/valid Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) card Advanced product and Installation knowledge/experience Proven fault finding and diagnostic skills The ability to work under pressure and to deadlines The ability to work independently with a flexible approach Good communication skills at different levels (Client/Installation Managers/SAIS Inspectors) Good Punctuality Manual dexterity - Requires the use of hands, arms and feet for repetitive lifting; use of hands and arms to operate various hand and power tools and to record written information Full UK driving License
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What’s in it for you?
Attractive salary package Company van and fuel card for flexibility on the road Enjoy 25 days of annual leave plus all bank holidays One additional paid volunteering day each year Pension scheme with 6% company contribution Comprehensive life assurance for peace of mind for you and your loved ones Enhanced family leave to support you through life’s important moments Private medical cover with a trusted provider, including 24/7 access to a virtual GP for your convenience 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
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.
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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.
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