Lift Inspector

About Haringey Haringey is a fantastic place to live and work – the world in one borough. A place brimming with creativity, personality, radicalism, and community. It is a place where we stand up for each other. A place that is proudly distinctive. We’ll be celebrating all this and more as the “rebel borough” when we are the 2027 London Borough of Culture. Our history champions change-makers and everyday rebels; revelling in our differences, battling discrimination, championing equality, and doing things our own way. Haringey’s people are a huge asset, with knowledge, expertise, and passion. Our staff members embody our organisational values: Caring, Creative, Courageous, Collaborative and Community-focused. These values keep us looking forward, ambitious for the future, and continuously striving to do our very best for all of our residents. About the role The role is responsible for managing and supervising lift installations and services, including borough-wide lift maintenance contracts and project work carried out by contractors. The post holder will adhere to all management and maintenance procedures to ensure compliance with the council’s design policy. Key responsibilities include monitoring and creating KPIs for lift Thorough Examination Inspections, Lift Services, and call-out documents in accordance with the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER). Additionally, the role involves conducting condition surveys, specifying planned maintenance and replacement works, and supporting the planned preventative maintenance programme. The post holder will manage a quality control regime to ensure the lift services contractor delivers the planned maintenance and responds to repairs in line with contractual and statutory requirements, providing monthly KPIs to demonstrate effective management. The position offers opportunities for career growth and skills development in lift contract management within the lift engineering industry. Benefits include a company van and exciting opportunities for advancement within the organisation. Working for Haringey At Haringey Council we are committed to creating a workplace culture where all our people feel valued, included, and able to be their best at work, and we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce so welcome applications from all ethnicities and communities so that we continue to make a difference to our residents and community.  Our benefits package includes a leave entitlement of 31 days + bank holidays, potential hybrid working opportunities, health and wellbeing support, a generous local government pension scheme and a range of discount schemes across leisure and culture that provide both financial and money-saving discounts. About you Essential requirements for this role include an NVQ Level 3 in Lift Engineering or equivalent qualification, along with practical experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and IT is required, as well as experience using databases such as Keystone, NPS, Service Connect, and W2. Responsibilities involve conducting inspections, servicing, and creating KPIs, including Thorough Examination Inspections (LOLER), Lift Service, and call-out documentation. The candidate should have extensive experience in repairs and/or modernisation, knowledge of safety protocols, industry standards, and a proven track record in service contract management. Familiarity with legislation such as LOLER and COPS, as well as the ability to produce condition surveys and reports, administer service agreements, contracts, schedules/specifications, and invoices, is essential. Proficient use of Microsoft Office and databases like Keystone, NPS, Service Connect, and W2 is crucial for effective task execution. About the team Collaborate harmoniously with colleagues across the organisation to ensure efficient service provision and the attainment of corporate objectives. This entails actively contributing to business and service planning, risk management, and business continuity efforts. Additionally, it is crucial to meet organisational expectations related to complaints handling, resident engagement, and the principles of equality and diversity. By integrating these aspects, the aim is to cultivate a cohesive and inclusive environment that aligns with the broader goals of the organisation