Position: Apprentice Lift Engineer
Location: Barnoldswick and surrounding areas
Are you interested in embarking on an exciting career journey in Lift Engineering? Proteclifts Ltd invites a passionate individual to join our team as we offer a comprehensive training program covering lift installation, maintenance, and beyond.
We are looking for an enthusiastic person to work alongside one of our qualified lift engineers, gaining invaluable hands-on experience while pursuing a fully accredited NVQ certification in lift installation. This is a great opportunity to gain practical experience while earning a competitive salary. You will be taught everything you require to become a fully qualified lift engineer, including the engineering principles and electronics knowledge that enables you to carry out repairs and installations.
Why join Proteclifts?
- Competitive rate of pay.
- On the job training shadowing a senior engineer.
- The candidate will be placed on full relative training courses to obtain qualifications after 1 year at Proteclifts.
- 25 days holiday including bank holidays.
- Company pension scheme.
- Overtime availability.
- Working away allowance paid.
- A chance to join a welcoming team of engineers.
- Progression & development opportunities.
- Works Van + Fuel Card once fully qualified.
- Maternity/paternity leave.
What does Proteclifts require from you?
- Reliability and punctuality - this is key.
- Enthusiasm for learning and a keen interest in engineering.
- Flexibility on working hours.
- Ability to follow instructions and work well in a team.
- College attendance and completion of coursework within deadlines to the best of your ability.
- Experience working on the tools or a related role would be preferred.
- Basic understanding of mechanical and electrical engineering principles would be preferred.
- Demonstrate excellent problem-solving and organisation skills.
- Have strong attention to detail and precision.
- Happy to travel to sites – UK wide.
- Happy to work away when commuting is not always possible.
- Willingness to learn and develop technical skills in lift engineering.
Job Type:
Full-time
Schedule:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Barnoldswick and surrounding areas: able to reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred).
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent - Minimum of GCSE Grade 4 - 9 (A-C) passes in Maths and English.
Licence/Certification:
- Full clean driving licence with no points or convictions.
Training:
You will shadow a fully qualified lift engineer to put skills to practice and gain invaluable hands-on experience while pursuing a fully accredited NVQ certification in lift installation. After 1 year working with Proteclifts, you will be enrolled onto a college course to obtain your qualification. This can be completed between 1-3 years, attending college once a month. You must complete the coursework within the given deadlines to the best of your ability.
Ready to Elevate Your Career?
If you're ready to kickstart your journey towards becoming a skilled lift engineer, apply now to join Proteclifts Ltd! Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to turn your passion for engineering into a rewarding profession.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Barnoldswick, Lancashire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: On the road
