Lift Tester

Middlesbrough, England, United Kingdom

12/3/2024

At KONE, our mission is to improve the flow of urban life. As a global leader, KONE provides lifts and escalators as well as solutions for maintenance and modernisation to add value to buildings throughout their life cycle. Through more effective People Flow®, we make people's journeys safe, convenient and reliable, in taller, smarter buildings.

KONE have an excellent opportunity for a Lift Tester to join our Installation team on a full-time basis. We are calling for applications in Scotland and North East.

Key accountabilities:

• Commission the lift in accordance with the agreed specification parameters
• Test the lift in accordance with the relevant test documents and KONE standard interpretation of EN81, Lift Directive and/or Design (Essential Health & Safety Requirements compliance)
• Take measurements and complete the necessary documentation
• Record any abnormalities for corrective action or inclusion in H&RA for the lift/site
• Carry out final inspection and sign the Final inspection document
• Liaise with relevant site personnel to ascertain state of lift
• Take part in meetings and work groups related to quality and technical issues
• Is responsible for the lift well security (safe for other trades and public etc) and safety of all persons involved in the installation activities during commissioning and testing of the lift
• Report the condition of the lift to the Supervisor who is responsible for site activities
  
  

Qualifications and previous experience:

• NVQ 4 or equivalent Lift Engineering qualification. If you already started NVQ4, there is an opportunity to complete it with KONE
• Previous experience as a Lift Tester
• Familiarity with operating systems e.g. Windows, basic understanding of networking concepts (LAN, WAN)
• Good written and spoken English
• Clear UK driving licence
  
  

We provide a range of fantastic benefits to our employees including:

• Excellent salary available depending on experience
• Annual bonus up to 15%
• Paid overtime
• Company car or van
• Strong and clear progression programmes so that you can reach your full potential.
• Trainings - KONE have a learning tool that allows you to apply for various courses that can increase your knowledge
• 25 Days Holiday plus 8 Bank Holidays
• Company Pension Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• PDI
• Life Assurance
  
  

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

At KONE, we are focused on creating an innovative and collaborative working culture where we value the contribution of each individual. Employee engagement is a key focus area for us and we encourage participation and the sharing of information and ideas. Sustainability is an integral part of our culture and the daily practice. We follow ethical business practices and we seek to develop a culture of working together where co-workers trust and respect each other and good performance is recognized. In being a great place to work, we are proud to offer a range of experiences and opportunities that will help you to achieve your career and personal goals and enable you to live a healthy and balanced life.

Read more on www.kone.com/careers