Job Title – Lift Testing & Commissioning Engineer
Pickerings Lifts is a nationally recognized, privately owned, and independent lift specialist with an impressive 170 years of experience. As a leading name in the sector, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service, innovation, and expertise to our clients across the UK. Our dedication to quality and customer satisfaction has solidified our reputation as a trusted partner in the industry.
We are looking for a Lift Testing & Commissioning Engineer to join our team in our Lift Installation and Modernisation department. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a well-established company that values expertise, innovation, and customer satisfaction.
Main Duties:
- Lift Testing & Compliance: Perform testing new lift installations and modernisations in line with relevant standards and Pickerings Lifts' quality procedures.
- Collaboration: Work closely with Regional Project Managers and the Head of Lift Product Operations to ensure quality and efficiency.
- Documentation & Quality Assurance: Complete and issue all relevant test and quality documentation accurately and on time.
- Fault Finding & Support: Provide technical support for identifying and resolving post-installation defects.
- Customer Engagement: Maintain proactive communication with both internal and external customers throughout the testing process.
- Installation Support: Assist Project Managers and sub-contract installation teams to improve installation quality when required.
- Site Travel: Travel to client locations as needed, with occasional overnight stays.
Person Specification:
- Experience & Background: Proven experience as a Lift Test Engineer, with additional experience in lift installation or project management considered advantageous.
- Qualifications: NVQ Level 4 qualified or currently working towards completion.
- Technical Skills: Strong fault-finding abilities and good working knowledge of lift engineering standards.
- IT Proficiency: Confident using IT systems relevant to lift testing and reporting.
- Customer Focus: Proactive and professional approach to internal and external customer engagement.
- Teamwork & Independence: Able to work autonomously as well as collaboratively within a team.
- Interpersonal Skills: Effective communication and relationship-building skills.
What we offer
- Competitive Remuneration: Attractive salary package aligned with your experience and qualifications.
- Company Vehicle: Fully expensed company car provided.
- Generous Leave: 25 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays.
- Pension Scheme: Contributory company pension to support your future.
- Health & Wellbeing: Company-paid sick pay and annual flu vaccination programme.
- Learning & Development: Ongoing training and development investment to support your career growth.
- Employee Benefits: Access to a retail discount scheme and other employee benefits.
