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Are you eager to land a brand new role? Our client, a busy Local Authority based in Southeast London, are looking for an experienced Principal Lift Engineer to join their team and play a crucial role within their Programmes & Public Realm operations. 

Position: Principal Lift Engineer
Rate: £332.83 per hour (Umbrella) - Negotiable
Contract Duration: Temp (May 2027) Possible Extension  
Working Arrangement: Hybrid

Purpose:

• To project manage and act as contract lead for capital schemes and planned works relating to all works associated within the Borough's Tunnel Lifts.

Job Responsibilities:

• Carrying out investigations and preparing designs for installations or repair works, developing contract documentation, preparing drawings, specifications, schedules, minutes, reports, brochures and briefs, tendering contracts and acting as contract manager.
• To lead procurement activities for any consultants or contractors including but not limited to, creation of Invitation to Tender documentation, moderation activities and decision report writing.
• To prepare planned maintenance programmes and comment on planned maintenance programmes prepared by others, and suggest improvements and alternatives. 

Job Requirements:

• Previous experience working within a local authority or a similar organisation - Desirable. 
• Experience in project managing lift refurbishment and replacement schemes. 
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development. 

Please be advised that only candidates that have the specific skills and experiences required for this role will be shortlisted and submitted to our client for review. 

How to Apply:
If you are interested in applying, please press the button below, send your CV to james.fernandez@temptingrecruitment.co.uk or contact James on 020 3854 4907 to discuss further.

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