Improver (Heathrow Days)

Job Title: Improver Lifts & Escalators

Location: Heathrow
Company: KONE
Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off Days 6:00am6:00pm

About the Role

We have an exciting opportunity for an Improver to join our Heathrow team. This role is ideal for someone looking to kick-start their career in the lifts and escalators industry with a global leader. Youll work alongside experienced engineers gaining hands-on experience technical knowledge and industry qualifications while supporting the maintenance and repair of equipment at one of the UKs busiest and most dynamic locations.

At KONE we invest in our people this is your chance to build a long-term career with excellent development and progression opportunities.

What Youll Be Doing

• Supporting qualified engineers with the maintenance servicing and repair of lifts and escalators across Heathrow

• Assisting with fault finding and troubleshooting to ensure equipment remains safe and reliable

• Carrying out routine inspections and preventative maintenance under supervision

• Working in line with KONE safety standards and Heathrow airport procedures

• Building strong relationships with customers and on-site stakeholders

• Developing your skills through structured training and on-the-job coaching

• Accurately recording work using KONE digital tools and systems

What Were Looking For

• A strong interest in engineering and a desire to build a career in the lift & escalator industry

• Part-qualified (e.g. working towards NVQ Level 3 or equivalent) preferred

• Some mechanical/electrical experience or relevant qualification advantageous

• A proactive hands-on approach with willingness to learn

• Good communication skills and a customer-focused mindset

• Ability to work effectively in a team within a fast-paced airport environment

• Full UK driving licence preferred

• Flexibility to work the 4 on 4 off 6am6pm shift pattern and meet airport security requirements

What We Offer

• Structured development plan to support progression to qualified Engineer

• Industry-leading training and mentoring

• Competitive salary with overtime opportunities

• 20 days holiday bank holidays

• Pension life assurance and KONE employee benefits

• Career progression within a global organisation

• Opportunity to work at a high-profile exciting site

Please note:

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

At KONE we are focused on creating an innovative and collaborative working culture where we value the contribution of each individual. Employee engagement is a key focus area for us and we encourage participation and the sharing of information and ideas. Sustainability is an integral part of our culture and the daily practice. We follow ethical business practices and we seek to develop a culture of working together where co-workers trust and respect each other and good performance is being a great place to work we are proud to offer a range of experiences and opportunities that will help you to achieve your career and personal goals and enable you to live a healthy and balanced life.

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