At KONE, we shape the future of cities. As a global leader in the lift and escalator industry, KONE provides lifts and escalators, as well as solutions for maintenance and modernisation to add value to buildings throughout their life cycle.
We are seeking an Installer (Improver) to join our team in the North East- covering Middlesborough to Newcastle. At KONE, an Improver is typically an entry-level or training role within the installation team.
The position involves supporting qualified installers with on-site work while learning the trade. An Improver assists with tasks such as preparing materials, handling tools and equipment, maintaining a safe and organised site, and helping with basic installation activities under supervision. The role is focused on developing technical skills, understanding KONE installation methods, and gaining experience in safety practices, quality standards, and customer interaction.
In short, it’s a stepping-stone role designed to build experience and progress toward becoming a fully qualified installer.
What we need from you:
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Mechanical and Electrical Engineering experience
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A full UK drivers licence
We offer a range of fantastic benefits including:
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Excellent salary depending on experience
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KONE van and fuel card, parking apps to cover business parking costs
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Paid travel and overtime
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25 Days Holiday + 8 Bank Holidays + 1 Volunteering Day
In addition to the above, we offer a wide range of financial, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits that you can tailor to your needs, including Dental Insurance, Private medical, GymFlexi Membership & Kone discounts
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
At KONE, we are focused on creating an innovative and collaborative working culture where we value the contribution of each individual. Employee engagement is a key focus area for us and we encourage participation and the sharing of information and ideas. Sustainability is an integral part of our culture and the daily practice. We follow ethical business practices and we seek to develop a culture of working together where co-workers trust and respect each other and good performance is recognized. In being a great place to work, we are proud to offer a range of experiences and opportunities that will help you to achieve your career and personal goals and enable you to live a healthy and balanced life.
Read more on https://careers.kone.com/en/
