Lift Engineer

Job Description – Lift Engineer

Job Purpose

To investigate, identify and diagnose lift defects and recommend effective remedial actions. Prepare technical specifications and contract documents for lift repairs, maintenance and modernisation projects. Inspect and supervise site works, ensuring quality, progress and compliance with safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

Manage lift maintenance, servicing, repairs and improvement projects. Conduct site inspections, emergency inspections and commissioning checks. Monitor contractors' performance, quality of work, project progress and costs. Prepare technical specifications, drawings, cost estimates and tender documents. Evaluate tenders, manage contracts, payments, claims and final accounts. Ensure all defects are rectified and works comply with Health & Safety regulations, British Standards and relevant legislation. Liaise with internal and external stakeholders and prepare regular project performance reports.

Essential Skills & Experience

Experience in lift engineering, installation, maintenance and regulations. Knowledge of lift repairs, modernisation and servicing. Strong contractor and project management experience. Knowledge of Health & Safety regulations. Experience preparing technical specifications, cost estimates and contract documents. Good knowledge of Microsoft Word, Access and Excel. HNC/HND in a building-related subject. Ability to work evenings and weekends when required.

Desirable

Knowledge of manual technical and architectural drawings