Service Engineer Elevators (Location: India)

Mr. Marine


Date: 1 week ago
City: Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Contract type: Full time
Responsible for field service, maintenance, repairs, and inspection of marine elevator systems.

Reporting to: Senior Technical Manager

What you'll do:

  • Perform technical and periodic inspections of elevators.
  • Execute planned, preventive, and corrective maintenance on elevators.
  • Diagnose and resolve complex elevator malfunctions.
  • Carry out electrical and mechanical repairs and adjustments.
  • Conduct major mechanical repairs, replacements, and adjustments.
  • Perform technical site surveys for modernisation and retrofits.
  • Deliver quality service through effective teamwork and customer interaction.
  • Maintain detailed records of service work, parts usage, and customer communications.
  • Adhere to safety regulations at all times.
  • Undertake other job-related tasks as required.


What you need to know and be good at:

  • Extensive experience with traction elevators (multi-brand preferred).
  • Experience with escalators, hydraulic, and rack & pinion elevators (a plus).
  • Solid understanding of elevator codes, policies, and procedures.
  • Ability to work independently, efficiently, and accurately.
  • Experience in elevator retrofit and commissioning (a plus)
  • Proficiency in explaining and demonstrating maintenance/inspection procedures.
  • Knowledge of multi-brand inverter drives and controllers.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills for interacting with customers, colleagues, and contractors.
  • Familiarity with industry standards and health and safety rules for marine processes.
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
  • Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies and procedures.
  • Willingness to travel regionally and internationally.


Job requirements:

  • Diploma or degree in engineering, preferably electrical, electronics or instrumentation
  • Professional qualification (Bachelor's Degree, diploma or certificate in elevator engineering) or vocational qualification
  • Minimum 10 years of elevator industry experience (new installation, repairs, and service experience is mandatory)
  • Good English communication skills (verbal and written) and a second language
  • This position requires travelling within and outside the country.
  • Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills
  • Strong willingness to learn and develop
  • Confident, engaging, and able to build relationships and take calculated risks
  • Experience with common productivity tools (eg, Google Workspace)
  • Medically fit for offshore assignments and working at heights
  • Valid basic driving license


Key strengths:

  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with minimal supervision.
  • Proven ability to perform under pressure and manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
  • Independent, positive attitude with a strong focus on detail.
  • Solution-oriented mindset.
  • Effective team player.
  • Dependable with a strong work ethic.
  • Self-motivated and proactive.
  • Organised and efficient.
  • Excellent interpersonal communication and customer service skills.
  • Proficient in writing reports and correspondence.
  • Flexibility in working schedule.


Salary & benefits: As per industry standards

Job type: Full-time

Job location: India

Local Requirements:

  • India: Nationals only


Alternative job titles:

  • Elevator Service Technician
  • Elevator Mechanic
  • Lift Engineer
  • Maintenance Technician or Engineer
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