Lift Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect and diagnose lift defects, recommending appropriate remedial works.
• Manage lift maintenance, repairs, modernisation and improvement programmes.
• Undertake site inspections and monitor contractor performance, workmanship and progress.
• Prepare technical specifications, tender documentation and contract information.
• Manage contractor meetings, valuations, payments and final accounts.
• Conduct emergency lift inspections and oversee corrective actions.
• Monitor lift shutdowns and ensure appropriate reporting of high-risk building incidents.
• Ensure compliance with relevant health and safety legislation, technical standards and council procedures.
• Liaise with contractors, consultants, residents and internal stakeholders.

Essential Experience

• Experience managing lift maintenance, repairs or modernisation within social housing or a public sector environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of lift installations and associated engineering requirements.
• Experience inspecting works, managing contractors and administering contracts.
• Ability to investigate defects and prepare technical specifications and reports.
• Good stakeholder management and communication skills.

Contract Details

Rate: £34.29 per hour Umbrella

Duration: 12 months

Sector: Local Government / Housing