• Job Description

  Req#: R0647721
  At KONE, w e shape the future of cities . As a global leader in the lift and escalator industry, KONE provides lifts, escalators and automatic doors, as well as solutions for maintenance and modernisation to add value to buildings throughout their life cycle.

  KONE is currently looking for an Escalator engineer to join our Escalator Installation team in Keighley with projects nationwide.

  Key accountabilities at the role:

  • Is responsible for safe, high quality, and timely installation of the equipment following KONE installation methods
  • Reports installation progress to the installation supervisor
  • Is responsible for receiving, checking and storage of materials
  • Keeps the installation tooling safe and in good condition, ensures the security of the delivered equipment, is responsible for the safe working environment
  • Submits reports of timekeeping, quality feedback forms and warranty claims for material
  • Contributes to the ongoing improvement of the product by feedback to the supply line
  • Manages on-site communication with the customer for day to day installation and logistical activities
  • Communicates with the builder to prevent interruptions to installation work
  • May be required by the supervisor to give training/coaching to trainees and helpers.

  To qualify for this vacancy we would expect you to have:

  • NVQ3 qualification in escalators or mechanical engineering
  • Strong customer skills
  • Excellent health and safety knowledge
  • Good written and spoken English
  • Clean UK driving licence (we provide Kone van)

  We offer a range of fantastic benefits to our Lift Engineers including:

  • Excellent salary depending on experience
  • KONE van and a fuel card
  • Paid travel and overtime
  • 25 Days Holiday + 8 Bank Holidays
  • 1 Volunteering Day
  • Company Pension Scheme
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Prolonged disability insurance (PDI)
  • Life Assurance
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • KONE Discounts and cashback platform
  • Service Awards for every 10 years of seniority
  • Give As You Earn - which allows to make tax-efficient charity donations
  • Digital GP which gives you around-the-clock access to GP video consultations, Health Care ( a voluntary benefit that helps cover everyday health care expenses).

  In addition, we offer strong and clear progression programmes with Engineers so that you can reach your full potential. To support your learning, you will have access to our learning tool that allows you to apply for various courses that can increase your knowledge and progression potential.

  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

• About the company

  KONE Oyj, founded in 1910 and headquartered in Espoo near Helsinki, Finland, is an international engineering and service company employing some 55,000 personnel across 60 countries worldwide.

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