Lift Engineer Apprentice

Lift Engineer Apprentice

Location: Motherwell, with travel throughout Scotland
Hours: 37 hours per week
Salary: £8.00 per hour, first year
Start Date: October
Apprenticeship Duration: Approximately 4 years, dependent on individual progress

The Opportunity

An established lift engineering company based in Motherwell is looking to recruit a Lift Engineer Apprentice to join its team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone aged 18 or over who has a genuine interest in mechanical engineering and would like to build a long-term skilled career within the lift industry.

You will work alongside experienced lift engineers, gaining practical, hands-on experience while working towards an SVQ Level 3 qualification in Lift Engineering.

The apprenticeship is expected to take approximately four years to complete. However, progression will depend on the individual and their development throughout the programme.

What You'll Be Doing

As your experience and skills develop, you will learn about different aspects of lift engineering while supporting experienced engineers on site.

Your duties will include:

• Assisting experienced lift engineers with day-to-day work

• Developing practical mechanical  engineering skills

• Learning to use tools and equipment safely and correctly

• Following technical and safety instructions

• Working safely on customer and work sites

• Travelling to jobs across Scotland as required

• Gradually taking greater responsibility as your skills and competence develop

• Completing the training and assessments required as part of your apprenticeship

What We're Looking For

You don't need to be an experienced engineer. We're looking for someone with the right attitude and a genuine interest in learning the trade.

Ideally, you will:

• Be 18 years of age or over

• Have a genuine interest in mechanical engineering and lift engineering

• Be practical and willing to learn

• Be able to listen to and follow instructions carefully

• Have a reliable and responsible approach to work

• Be comfortable working as part of a team

• Have the ability to work independently with minimal supervision once appropriately trained and competent

• Be willing and able to travel for work throughout Scotland

Driving Licence

A full UK driving licence is preferred due to the nature and location of the work.

Applications will also be considered from candidates who are currently learning to drive and are close to obtaining their full driving licence.

What You'll Receive

• £8.00 per hour during the first year

• 37 hours of work per week

• Hands-on training with experienced lift engineers

• Practical experience across a range of  locations

• A structured apprenticeship and opportunity to develop a skilled engineering career

• The opportunity to work towards an SVQ Level 3 in Lift Engineering