Field Manager - Lift Modernisation. Industry Pioneer

Technical Leadership. Modernisation Expertise. Field Excellence.

Are you a highly technical lift professional - possibly a former Engineer - ready to step into a leadership role within a Private Equity-backed engineering services business?

• Field Manager - Lift Installation & Modernisation
• South East / London / Home Counties - Access to Dartford or Andover Offices
• £50,000 - £55,000
• Plus Extensive Benefits Package in Car Allowance
• Core hours:
  Onsite 08:00-17:00, with one hour for lunch
• Note:
  
  We will buy you out of any training funded by your current employer.

Company:
Pioneer of the British lift industry. Formally part of global brand Otis – Private Equity-backed by R Capital since 2025. An independent service provider, specialising in the supply, installation, maintenance, repair and modernisation of all types of lift equipment.

Pedigree:
Clients include national retail chains/major hospitals, large facilities management providers and MOD sites.

Culture:
Safety, Ethics & Quality Focused.

Liftec Express is a well-established, highly respected name in the UK lift and escalator services sector. Previously part of OTIS, the world’s leading manufacturer and service provider of elevators, escalators, and moving walkways – the business is now owned by R-Capital and, with greater agility as a standalone company, is gearing for accelerated growth.

The business delivers installation, maintenance, repair and modernisation solutions across commercial, residential and public‑sector environments – including prestigious and high‑profile sites.

As a Private Equity‑backed organisation, Liftec is focused on operational excellence, safety, quality and sustainable growth. This is an opportunity to join a technically strong, supportive environment where engineering expertise is highly valued.

Reporting to and working alongside a Project Manager, you will take responsibility for the effective day‑to‑day management of site operations on lift installation or modernisation projects.

You will define project objectives and manage multiple installation or modernisation sites, supervising the installation of equipment, monitoring site progress and coordinating with stakeholders both on‑ and off‑site. Ensuring projects run on time and within budget will be central to your role, alongside monitoring engineers and subcontractors to maintain delivery standards.

You will communicate and coordinate with owners, architects, consultants, contractors, suppliers and subcontractors, acting as the key technical point of contact on site.

Working closely with the wider project team, you will mitigate safety, ethics and quality risks, ensuring compliance with Liftec Express policies as well as government and legal requirements. You will support customer satisfaction, provide technical engineering guidance and contribute to improved project profitability.

You will also train and monitor subcontractors (where applicable), ensuring high standards of safety, quality and operational delivery across all projects.

• An experienced lift professional with a strong background in installation and/or modernisation, you bring deep technical knowledge of lift systems and site‑based operations.
• An NVQ Level 3 in Lift Installation (or equivalent) is essential. NVQ4 in Lift Commissioning, SMSTS or SSSTS certification and an appropriate CSCS card would be advantageous.
• You have excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders in a dynamic, customer‑focused environment. Organised and self‑reliant, you are comfortable managing site activities, monitoring progress and maintaining accurate documentation.
• Strong computer skills and commercial awareness underpin your ability to support project performance and profitability.
• Whether you are already operating in a field management capacity or are a senior engineer ready to step up, you will be supported with structured training and development.

• Access to Discounts Platform
• Pension (Day 1) – Aviva
• Holiday – 25 days per year plus bank holidays – holiday year – January to December
• Wellness (Day 1) – Employee Assistance…