Lift Engineer Apprentice Repairs

Pchelp; Dartford; On-site; GBP 16,000 - GBP 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in elevator and escalator solutions is offering an Engineer Apprenticeship in Dartford. You'll gain hands-on experience while working towards an NVQ Level 3 qualification. Candidates should have strong communication skills and 5 GCSEs at grade C or above. The apprenticeship includes managing a regular route and performing routine service visits. You'll be part of a supportive team committed to career progression and innovation.

Benefits

Comprehensive apprenticeship scheme

Career progression opportunities

Supportive training environment

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills.
• Collaborative approach to teamwork.
• Must have a proactive mindset.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a comprehensive apprenticeship scheme.
• Perform routine service visits and repairs.
• Diagnose electrical and mechanical issues.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaborative approach

Proactive mindset

Education

5 GCSEs including Maths, English, and a STEM subject

Tools

Laptop

Job description

Overview

Location: 19 Schooner Park, Crossways Business Park, DA2 6NW, Dartford, Kent

Date Posted: 2026-01-29

Country: United Kingdom

Join OTIS - Moving People, Moving the World
No one moves people like we do! Every day, we transport 2 billion people and maintain over 2.2 million customer units worldwide. You'll find our work in iconic buildings around the world. This is your chance to join an industry that remains strong and learn from the best.

What Can You Expect?

OTIS offers one of the most comprehensive apprenticeship schemes in the lift industry. As an Engineer Apprentice, you'll work within a supportive team, combining hands-on experience with classroom-based learning to achieve an NVQ Level 3 qualification – essential for a career as a Lift and Escalator Engineer. Training is fully supported by OTIS and our trusted apprenticeship provider. Once qualified as a Service Lift Engineer, you'll manage a regular route, perform routine service visits and repairs, diagnose electrical and mechanical issues, and keep customers informed about the status of their equipment.

Who Are We Looking For?

We're seeking aspiring engineers with strong communication skills, a collaborative approach, and a proactive mindset. You should demonstrate:

• 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at grade C/Grade 4 or above, including Maths, English, and a STEM subject
• A willingness to attend and complete all required training throughout the apprenticeship
• You will require your own laptop

Salary

• Year 1: £16,416
• Year 2: £21,888
• Year 3: £30,096

Want to learn more? Click Here Otis Apprenticeship Programme!

At OTIS, we're committed to the ongoing development of every team member. We strongly support career progression and foster a culture that encourages innovation because we know our people are the key to our success. If you live in a city, chances are we will give you a lift or help keep you moving every day. Otis is the world's leading elevator and escalator manufacturing, installation, and service company. We move 2.4 billion people every day and maintain approximately 2.4 million customer units worldwide, the industry's largest service portfolio. We may be recognized in landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower, Empire State Building, Burj Khalifa, and Petronas Twin Towers. We are 72,000 people strong, with engineers, digital technology experts, sales, and field technicians, all dedicated to meeting diverse customer needs across more than 200 countries and territories.

When you join Otis, you become part of an innovative global industry leader with a resilient business model. You'll belong to a diverse, trusted, and caring community where your contributions and the skills you gain working with the best keep us connected and on the cutting edge. We provide opportunities, training, and resources that build leadership and capabilities in Sales, Field, Engineering, and Major Projects. Our Employee Scholar Program sponsors colleagues to pursue degrees or certification programs. Today, our focus is on people. As a global, people-powered company, we put passengers, customers, and colleagues at the center of everything we do. We are guided by our Three Absolutes—prioritizing Safety, Ethics, and Quality. If you would like to learn more about environmental, social, and governance (ESG) at Otis, click here. Become a part of the Otis team and help us #Buildwhatsnext!

Equal Opportunity Employer: Otis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other protected class according to applicable law. To request an accommodation in completing an employment application due to a special need or a disability, please contact us.

Privacy Policy And Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms