Over the past few years, public transport bosses have been working to expand step-free access across the transport network. This has led to an increase in demand for new lifts and, with it, more opportunities for roles as lift engineers.
On top of that, there is also growing demand for residential lifts and lifts in commercial premises.
We are playing a full part in providing passenger lift solutions and more across London and the South East of England and it is for that reason that we are seeking to hire new lift engineers.
What Qualifications Do You Need To Work For Us?
Candidates will need the following qualifications:
- At least NVQ level 2 qualifications (but preferably level 3)
- At least a year’s experience servicing, maintaining and repairing lifts
- A UK driving licence
Ideal candidates will also have a strong commitment to safety, plus a professional approach with a strong customer focus.
Among the great rewards a career with us will bring are:
- Great career development opportunities with a growing company
- A company car and pension
- You will work around London and the South East, so no long journeys to far-flung places.
- You get lots of support
- The salary is dependent on experience, with overtime opportunities
Even if you don’t have the experience required for the above roles, but have studied electrics or engineering, there may be an exciting opportunity for you, as we are also taking on some apprentices. This will involve combining NVQ training alongside on-the-job study.
Why Is Demand For Lift Engineers Growing?
There are very good reasons for us to be expanding, because the demand for lifts is increasing and is sure to carry on rising.
Across the transport network, the focus has been particularly strong, following one of the finest elements of the Crossrail Elizabeth line setting an example; the fact that all 41 stations come with step-free access. The DLR and London trams are also all accessible step-free.
With many of the Elizabeth line stations (and four DLR stations) being underground in London, lifts play a major role in ensuring passengers of all mobility levels can get to the platform and onto their train.
Transport for London is now working to increase step-free access at tube and train stations across its network. Northolt Tube station is expected to become step free very shortly, with Leyton following next year.
In addition, feasibility studies on providing step-free access are taking place on 20 Tube stations and five more have been earmarked to follow.
How Much More Work Needs To Be Done On Step-Free Access?
So far, 94 Tube stations and 60 Overground stations have step-free access, so there is a long way to go. Moreover, many other railway stations across the south east have also been getting step-free access or soon will.
As more lifts are installed, a larger number of engineers will be needed, not just to get them in place, but to repair and maintain them.
Growing demand for lifts at stations is not the only reason for expansion. Demand for residential lifts is being driven by the needs of an ageing population, with commercial buildings also increasing lifts as they respond to this need.
This all means now is a very good time to be developing a career as a lift engineer. Will you be about to do so with us?