Wandsworth Council- Lift Engineer

Posted 13 September 2019
Salary £18 - £23 per hour
LocationWandsworth
Job type Temporary
Discipline Housing
ReferenceLORNA_1568366993
Contact NameLorna Burner

Job description

Wandsworth Council has a reputation for providing high quality services to our leaseholders and tenants. Our lift engineers are responsible for the provision of safe, reliable and efficient lift services to borough's residents.

Duties include:
* liaison & monitoring of contractors to ensure their prompt attendance to breakdowns,
* ensuring repair works are completed according to an agreed programme
* maintenance visits and statutory inspections are conducted as specified.

This role will involve use of the Lift Monitoring System, carrying out inspections and the production of reports and specifications. You will also be required to carry out the role of Clerk of Works for several major lift refurbishment contracts therefore knowledge of lift refurbishment contract procedures would be a distinct advantage.
You will have a minimum qualification of NVQ level 3 in mechanical/electrical engineering or equivalent and have a thorough knowledge of current lift, CDM, and Health and Safety regulations applicable to lift installations.
Experience is needed in the installation, maintenance and repair of lifts designed for Local Authority use. You will need to be able to convey complex technical issues to colleagues and residents using non-technical language and possess a working knowledge of IT systems.

If you are interested in this role please send through your updated CV in the first instance.