Lift Tester

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, specialising in testing Lift Modernisations to join our team in the Gateshead area.

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
• Reports the condition of the lift to the Modernisation Supervisor who is responsible for site activities

Qualifications and previous experience:

- NVQ 4 or equivalent Lift Engineering qualification, ideally in Modernisation

- Previous experience as a Lift Tester in Modernisation projects

- Previous experience as a Lift Installation Engineer preferable

- Good written and spoken English

- Clear UK driving licence

We provide competitive salary and benefits:

25 Days Holiday, Company Pension Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, PDI, Life Assurance, Cycle to Work Scheme, Company Car.