Lift Engineer Apprentice

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

Job summary

A leading global engineering firm is offering a Lift Engineer Apprenticeship in Glasgow. As an apprentice, you'll combine hands-on experience with classroom learning to achieve an NVQ Level 3 qualification. You'll manage installations across various sites. Candidates should possess 5 GCSEs, a valid driving license, and a proactive approach toward learning. The apprenticeship offers a competitive salary that progresses from £16,416 in the first year to £30,096 in the third year.

Benefits

Comprehensive training programme

Career progression opportunities

Employee Scholar Program

Qualifications

• A valid driving license and access to a vehicle.
• Minimum age of 18.
• Willingness to attend and complete all required training.
• Strong communication skills and a passion for teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Install brand-new equipment and manage the installation process.
• Work on construction sites throughout the year.
• Achieve an NVQ Level 3 qualification.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Proactive mindset

Passion for teamwork

Education

5 GCSEs at grade C/Grade 4 or above

Tools

Laptop

Job description

Overview

Date Posted: 2026-01-28

Country: United Kingdom

Location: Otis Glasgow, Office 10.06, Clockwise, 77 Renfrew St, Glasgow, G2 3BZ

No one moves people like we do! We move over 2 billion people every day and maintain more than 2.2 million customer units worldwide. You'll find us in some of the world's most iconic buildings, including the Eiffel Tower, Empire State Building, and Burj Khalifa.

This is your chance to join an industry that remains strong even during economic challenges—and learn from the best.

What can you expect?

At OTIS, we offer one of the most comprehensive apprenticeship schemes in the lift industry. As a Lift 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. Your training will be fully supported by OTIS and our trusted apprenticeship provider.

Once qualified as a New Equipment Lift Engineer, you''ll install brand-new equipment and manage the installation process from start to finish. You''ll work on construction sites throughout the year, moving between locations as projects progress.

Who are we looking for?

We''re seeking aspiring engineers with strong communication skills, a proactive mindset, and a passion for teamwork. You should have:

• 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at grade C/Grade 4 or above, including Maths, English, and a STEM subject
• Minimum age of 18, a valid driving license, and access to a vehicle
• 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 Otis Apprenticeship Programme!

At OTIS, we are committed to the ongoing development of every team member. We strongly support career progression and foster a culture that values 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 play a role in keeping 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 are 72,000 people strong, including engineers, digital technology experts, sales, and functional specialists, as well as factory and field technicians, all committed to meeting the diverse needs of our customers and passengers in more than 200 countries and territories worldwide. We are proud to be a diverse, global team with a proven legacy of innovation that continues to be the bedrock of a fast-moving, high-performance company.

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 and capabilities you''ll gain working alongside the best and brightest, 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 is a notable point of pride, through which Otis sponsors colleagues to pursue degrees or certification programs.

Today, our focus more than ever is on people. As a global, people-powered company, we put people—passengers, customers, and colleagues—at the center of everything we do. We are guided by our Three Absolutes—prioritizing Safety, Ethics, Quality in all that we do. 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!

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