Lift Engineer

Lift Engineer - Permanent Opportunity

We are excited to announce a new permanent opportunity for a Lift Engineer to join a leading housing association in London. Our client is a large not-for-profit organisation committed to providing affordable homes for Londoners. They are one of the largest housing associations in London, with over 60,000 homes and an additional 10,000 in development.

Salary & Benefits:

• 44,130 - 49,033 per annum
• 1 day in office, 4 days flexible working
• Driving license essential
• Excellent annual leave allowance & flexible working options
• Generous pension scheme
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay
• Employee assistance program offering free confidential advice and counseling
• Health cash plan & staff discounts at major retailers, gyms, restaurants, and more
• Interest-free loans (season ticket, tenancy deposit, training)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Life assurance (4x annual salary)

Role Overview: The Lift Engineer will support the whole of the organisation's property portfolio, diagnosing faults and specifying solutions in partnership with contractors. You'll work with passenger lifts across low, medium, and high-rise blocks, including supported and sheltered housing, ensuring minimal disruption to residents who rely on the lifts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee lift repairs and maintenance, liaising with contractors to ensure timely and effective completion.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues requiring multi-trade input.
• Build strong relationships with resident-facing staff and contractors to ensure clear communication.
• Act as an ambassador while working within buildings.
• Share your expertise with the other Lift Engineer and contract administration team

The Ideal Candidate:

• Proven experience working with lifting equipment in a residential setting.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a commitment to completing tasks efficiently.
• Knowledgeable in lift installations and maintenance, with the ability to diagnose technical issues.
• Ability to ensure contractors provide value for money and complete repairs promptly.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with a focus on customer care, ensuring minimal inconvenience to residents.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience as a lift service engineer working with various manufacturers' equipment.
• Experience as a lift installation engineer.
• Experience in the residential sector.
• Strong knowledge of hydraulic and traction lift installations.
• Ability to conduct intrusive inspections and prepare reports.
• Skilled in root cause analysis of faults.
• Ability to communicate complex technical matters to non-technical stakeholders.
• Level 3 NVQ in Lift Installation Commissioning.
• Level 3 NVQ in Lift Engineering Maintenance.

Why Join: Once on board, you'll have opportunities to grow within the organisation and access a wide range of learning resources to help you maximise your potential. This role offers a great chance to develop your career while contributing to the wellbeing of residents and supporting the organisation's ongoing success. If this role is of interest and you would like to know more, please apply today!