OverviewJoin to apply for the Principal Lift Engineer role at Islington Council.About The RoleAre you an experienced, proactive lift engineer looking to take the next step in your career? Islington Council’s Capital Works team is offering an exciting opportunity for a self-starting professional to lead on the replacement of life-expired lifts across our housing stock.As Principal Lift Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering our lift replacement programme. You’ll be responsible for:Conducting comprehensive stock condition surveys of existing lift installations.Prioritising assets based on condition, repairs data, reliability, and resident impact to inform the replacement programme.Leading the procurement process through the Council’s competitive tendering procedures.Acting as the Client Contract Administrator, ensuring the delivery of safe, compliant, and high-quality lift installations.Liaising with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring accountability and transparency throughout the project lifecycle.This is a fantastic opportunity to work client-side in a robust and supportive environment, where your expertise will directly contribute to improving the safety and quality of life for residents. What we’re looking forProven experience in lift engineering, ideally within a local authority or housing context.Strong understanding of lift design, maintenance, and replacement processes.Experience managing procurement and contract administration.Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement.Join us in making a tangible difference to the borough’s housing infrastructure. Apply to find out moreFor further information or for an informal conversation about the post, please contact:Name and Job TitleWesley Carlisle-GoldthorpeGroup Leader Electrical TeamEmail: [email protected] About YouWorking for the team, service and our organisationIslington is a place rich with diversity and culture. As a council our sense of purpose couldn’t be clearer: we serve. It’s in the logo. We are committed to challenging inequality in the borough and as one of the largest employers we know that to look after the place and the planet, we have to look after our people. Together we can change the future. We are determined to create a more equal Islington, where everyone who lives here has an equal chance to thrive. To do this, everyone who works at Islington Council lives by a set of values which guide us in everything that we do: collaborative, ambitious, resourceful, and empowering. They spell out ‘CARE’, which is what we think public service is all about. Our offer to youWe are committed to challenging inequality in the borough and as one of the largest employers we know that to look after the place and the planet, we have to look after our people. Our staff benefits include:Up to 31 days leave per year, increasing to 36 days after five years of local government serviceA range of flexible working arrangements to maintain a healthy work-life balance, as well as a 35-hour working weekLearning and development opportunities to maximise your potentialCompetitive pay and a commitment to paying all staff the London Living Wage at minimumExcellent local government pension schemeCycle to Work scheme and discounted gym membershipsLocal discounts from restaurants, shops, health and beauty therapists, and more! Note: Priority will be given to those at risk of redundancy within Islington Council. Current employees who are part of the redeployment pool must meet the essential criteria for shortlisting to be prioritised. SafeguardingWe are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff, and volunteers to share this commitment. Some posts are subject to a DBS check and other checks as required.The post is subject to a basic DBS check, qualifications check and 3/5 years referencing. Disability Confident SchemeIslington Council operates a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities and we are committed to providing reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process and throughout your career with us. Seniority levelMid-Senior level Employment typeFull-time Job functionEngineering and Information Technology IndustriesGovernment Administration

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