Lift Engineer 4 on 4 off - GLA16014

Job description

About

About Us

City Building provides a range of repairs and maintenance, manufacturing, construction and refurbishment activities for Glasgow City Council and Wheatley Housing Group’s citizens and customers as well as other public, private and third sector organisations.

City Building operates both the largest construction craft apprenticeship programme in Scotland, and Royal Strathclyde Blindcraft Industries (RSBi), one of the largest supported manufacturing businesses in Europe, around 200 people, more than 50% of whom have a disability.

Our accreditations include, ISO45001, ISO 14001 and ISO 9001:2015. We currently hold Investors in Young People Platinum award, an award we are immensely proud of as it recognises our focus on investing in and growing a skilled staff base.

As a City Building employee, you’ll enjoy a competitive salary, excellent annual leave, and access to the Strathclyde Pension Fund. You will also benefit from wellbeing initiatives and discounted gym membership, supporting a positive and healthy work life balance.

About the Role

The Lift Engineer is an integral part of our Maintenance Division and is responsible for carrying out repairs, maintenance and servicing of lifts and controlled access systems to the highest professional standards.

You will respond to breakdowns and emergency callouts, diagnose and repair electrical, mechanical and hydraulic faults, undertake planned preventative maintenance on a range of lift installations, and ensure all work complies with LOLER requirements and health and safety legislation. This role also involves supporting the development of Apprentice Lift Engineers, maintaining accurate records, and delivering excellent customer service while building strong relationships with key stakeholders.

Working within a safety-critical environment, the role requires a strong understanding of Health, Safety and Environmental legislation and lift industry regulations, ensuring all work is completed safely and in full compliance with statutory and organisational requirements.

What You Will Bring

The successful candidate will be a fully qualified Lift Engineer with extensive industry experience, strong technical knowledge and the ability to accurately interpret technical drawings and manuals.

Excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills are essential, along with the ability to work independently and as part of a team. A positive, customer-focused approach is required, with responsibility for keeping customers informed of work progress, coordinating follow-on trades where required, and ensuring work sites are left safe, clean and tidy with all waste materials and debris removed upon completion.

You must hold a full UK driving licence and an EAL/SVQ Level 3 in Lift Engineering or equivalent.

How to Apply

Please refer to the role profile for more information.

If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience for this role then please apply by

midnight on Sunday 7th October 2026.