Job Description

Purpose of the role:

Key technical role that bridges engineering expertise with operational delivery, ensuring that platform lift projects are planned, executed, and completed to the highest safety and quality standards.

Main Responsibilities:

Coordinate day-to-day technical project activities for platform lift installations, refurbishments, and major service works. Act as a key point of contact between engineers, clients, suppliers, and contractors to ensure seamless project delivery. Review project specifications, site surveys, and lift drawings to plan and prepare works effectively. Produce and review Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) in line with company and legal standards. Support the Operations Supervisor with workload planning, resource allocation, and site progress tracking. Deputise for the Operations Supervisor in their absence - attending meetings, managing site issues, and supporting engineers and Operations' team colleagues. Monitor compliance with health and safety legislation and internal quality standards. Liaise with engineers, site surveyors and inspectors to ensure project sign-off and handover. Provide technical support to engineers on-site and offer troubleshooting expertise when required. Maintain accurate project records, reporting on milestones, issues, and outcomes. Additional/different responsibilities in line with the position on occasion

Skills & Knowledge required:

Essential Requirements

Proven engineering background with relevant lift industry qualifications (e.g. NVQ in Lift Engineering or equivalent). Significant hands-on experience with platform lifts (e.g. access lifts, inclined lifts, vertical platform lifts). Demonstrable ability to create and assess RAMS documentation and site-specific health and safety protocols. Strong organisational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. IT literate, with confidence using project tracking software, spreadsheets, and digital reporting tools. Ability to work collaboratively across departments and maintain a client-focused approach. Valid UK driving licence and willingness to travel to sites as required.

Desirable

IOSH or SSSTS/SMSTS Health & Safety qualification. Experience in coordinating subcontractors and liaising with building contractors on active sites. Prior experience in a supervisory or deputy role within lift engineering or construction environments.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 32,000.00-36,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Bereavement leave Canteen Company events Enhanced paternity leave Free parking Life insurance Referral programme Sick pay Store discount
Schedule:

Monday to Friday No weekends
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Location:

Loughborough LE12 (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Technical Project Coordinator