Escalator Technician

Join Our Team as an Escalator Technician in London!

Location: Greater London (including Gatwick & Stansted rail stations)

Hours: 19:00 – 7:00, 4 on 4 off (12-hour shifts with a 45-minute unpaid break)

Salary: Basic salary up to £75K (depending on skills and experience) + Overtime + Benefits and Paid Door to Door.

Are you ready to take your technical expertise to the next level? We’re on the lookout for an experienced Escalator Technician who thrives on solving complex engineering challenges and is eager to shape the future of field service excellence.

Your Role

As an Escalator Technician, you will:

• Utilize your senior-level technical and product expertise to install, maintain, refurbish, and repair escalators and associated equipment.
• Conduct detailed technical assessments and fault diagnoses, delivering effective and timely resolutions.
• Produce clear process documentation and cost reporting to support operational decision-making.
• Collaborate closely with the Branch Manager and Field Service Managers to mentor and develop a high-performing team of Field Engineers.
• Champion best practices, safety, and continuous improvement to exceed customer expectations.

Your work will cover all of Greater London, including high-profile locations like Gatwick and Stansted Airport stations. This role focuses on transport infrastructure, allowing you to work in safety-critical environments without extensive regional travel.

If you’re an experienced escalator engineer residing within the M25, seeking a structured shift pattern and exposure to prestigious London projects, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Responsibilities

• Perform escalator maintenance, inspections, surveys, and technical fault resolution, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Monitor site safety and performance of engineers and subcontractors, completing necessary risk assessments and documentation.
• Manage technical queries, materials procurement, and client liaison to ensure smooth project delivery.
• Provide comprehensive reporting and support across the business, including progress updates and incident reports.
• Maintain high standards of professionalism, including vehicle care and PPE use.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Minimum NVQ level 4 qualification.
• Proven experience in the maintenance and minor repair of electrical, mechanical, or electronic equipment in customer environments.
• Experience with computer or PDA use is essential for logging calls and accessing customer and equipment information.

Why Join Us?

At Stannah, we value our employees and offer a range of benefits to support your career and well-being:

• Market-aligned salary, paid monthly.
• Profit Share Bonus Scheme, rewarding all employees quarterly based on company profits.
• 197.5 holiday hours with options to buy extra days.
• Company vehicle provided.
• Pension scheme with matched contributions.
• SimplyHealth Cash Plan for health-related expenses.
• Life Assurance Scheme.
• Long Service award scheme with holiday benefits.
• Discount rewards scheme for shopping, hotels, and more.
• Employee Assistance Programme to enhance well-being.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity provisions.
• Quick expense reimbursements within 7 days.

Stannah Group is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive community where everyone feels valued.

Please note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications. Appropriate right to work must be held by applicants; sponsorship is not available.