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WHAT IS INVOLVED?
As a Stairlift Engineer, you will carry out the installation, repair, maintenance and servicing of vertical lifts, stairlifts, hoists and lifting equipment.
 
Attend to out of hours emergency call-outs and be included onto an on call rota (if required).
 
You will work in accordance with the information, instruction and training given and to inform the Foreman of any potential safety hazards not adequately controlled.   You will maintain personal protective equipment to prescribed standards and complete timesheets and other relevant documentation.
 
You will be responsible for the provision of a value for money and quality service ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction.
 
The hours worked are 39 per week, 2 of which accrue as up to 12 stand-down days per year, to be taken as directed by management. 
 
Further information – for an informal discussion about the post, including the salary arrangements, please contact Nathan Winter, Lift Foreman, on 07786027466 or Nathan.winter@durham.gov.uk.
 
WHAT WILL I NEED?
You will need Accredited Lift Engineering apprenticeship (NVQ Level 2) stair lift repairs and Maintenance qualification or equivalent.

Please refer to the attached Person Specification for the full criteria. 

If successful, you will be required to apply for a Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced Disclosure.

Our commitment to safeguarding
Durham County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore if successful in your application, an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be sought inclusive of a check of the Adults Barred List due to the position working in regulated activity]. Applicants should be aware that the DBS check will disclose both spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands and warnings, in line with current legislation and will confirm whether an individual is barred from working with children, adults, or both.
 
INTERVIEWS
Interviews will be held on Monday 20th April 2026.
 
We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked after young person, care leaver or a veteran.
 
OUR OFFER TO YOU
We offer a competitive rewards package that includes attractive salaries, a generous annual leave entitlement of 27 days (rising to 32 after five years’ continuous local government service), membership of the excellent contributory career average Local Government Pension Scheme, and a range of flexible working arrangements including hybrid working (home and office) where applicable. Explore the full range of rewards and benefits on our website.

Rewards and benefits are subject to individual terms and conditions.

EQUALITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION
We are a proud equal opportunities employer and believe a diverse workforce brings fresh ideas and drives service improvement. We welcome applications from everyone and make employment decisions based on skills and ability. As a Disability Confident Leader, we actively encourage applications from disabled and neurodivergent people and offer support throughout the recruitment process.
 
HOW TO APPLY 
Please note, we do not accept CVs. All applications must be submitted online via the Northeast Jobs portal. Use the ‘Person Specification’ section of the form to clearly demonstrate how you meet the essential (and where possible, desirable) criteria. Applications that do not evidence the essential requirements will not be shortlisted.

Please visit our website to understand our position on using AI to support your application and for guidance on completing your application.
 
If you require assistance when applying for this role, please contact our Recruitment Helpdesk on 03000 26 27 27, or via email Recruitrmentresources@durham.gov.uk
 
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Company: Durham County Council

Salary: Tradesman Rate £24,790 p.a. plus 50% interim operational allowance plus 7% on basic rate of pay

Location: Durham, Durham

Sector: Highways

Sector: Highways Maintenance

Job Role: Engineer