About this role
<div style="border:currentColor;color:#000000;height:auto;width:100%;margin:0.0px"> <p><span style="color:#706f6f"><strong>Location: Addlestone, England, United Kingdom <br><strong>Job ID:</strong> 80146 </strong></span></p> <h1 class="slogan"><span style="color:#dc0000;font-size:38.0px">We Elevate... Quality of urban life</span></h1> <p class="static-company-description"><span style="color:#706f6f">Our elevators, escalators, and moving walks safely transport more than two billion of us up and down buildings and across transportation hubs every day. As part of the Schindler team, you’ll discover meaningful work that enhances quality of life for communities, and contribute to making places more accessible, inclusive, and sustainable for all. We combine innovation, safety, and high ethical standards, ensuring respect both among colleagues and for the world around us. By joining us, you don’t just become part of our success story; you help shape the future and continue our rich legacy that started back in 1874.</span></p> <p> </p> <p class="prefix-job-title"><span style="color:#706f6f"><strong>Join us as a</strong></span></p> <h1 class="job-title"><span style="color:#dc0000;font-size:28.0px">Field Manager </span></h1> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:dimgray">We’re on the lookout for a passionate and driven Field Manager to join our team, based at our Addlestone Office and covering London & The South.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:dimgray">This is your opportunity to lead from the front, supervise installations, and ensure each project is delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards. As a Field Manager, you’ll be the backbone of our operations, ensuring every step aligns with our commitment to customer satisfaction and quality.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"> </p> <div id="jobcontent" style="width:100%"> <div class="custom-tasks"> <h4 style="font-size:14.0px"><strong>Your main responsibilities</strong></h4> <div style="color:#706f6f;font-size:14.0px"><ul> <li>Plan, direct, and coordinate the activities of engineers to meet operational goals.</li> <li>Recruit, train, and support team members, ensuring they excel in their roles.</li> <li>Maintain accurate records using SAP and oversee weekly updates.</li> <li>Conduct regular safety audits, implement best practices, and promote a culture of safety.</li> <li>Collaborate with the Projects Manager to negotiate costs and manage quotations.</li> <li>Oversee timely planning for deliveries, materials, and tooling.</li> <li>Build strong relationships with customers, acting as their point of contact.</li> <li>Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental policies while setting a personal example of excellence</li> </ul> </div> </div> <div class="custom-requirements"> <h4 style="font-size:14.0px"><strong>What you bring</strong></h4> <div style="color:#706f6f;font-size:14.0px"><ul> <li>A qualification in NVQ or HND (or equivalent).</li> <li>Proven experience as an installation engineer and managing small teams.</li> <li>Strong knowledge of current lift industry standards and legislation.</li> <li>Outstanding problem-solving, organisational, and communication skills.</li> <li>A proactive approach with a keen attention to detail and commercial awareness.</li> <li>A full, valid driving licence and experience with SAP (preferred).</li> </ul> </div> </div> <div class="custom-benefit"> <h4 style="font-size:14.0px"><strong>What’s in it for you?</strong></h4> <div style="color:#706f6f;font-size:14.0px"><ul type="disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Competitive salary with a discretionary annual bonus</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Company car or allowance (for eligible roles)</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, and an annual paid volunteering day</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Pension scheme with 6% company contribution</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Comprehensive life assurance</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Enhanced family leave</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Private medical cover with a trusted provider, plus 24/7 virtual GP access</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential support</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Free eye tests and eyewear discounts</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Access to a range of employee benefits, including Tech and Cycle to Work schemes, plus exclusive retailer discounts</span></li> </ul> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="custom-contact"> <h4 style="font-size:14.0px"> </h4> <h4 style="font-size:14.0px"><strong>We Elevate… Your Career</strong></h4> <p style="color:#706f6f;font-size:14.0px">Become part of our team, help us enhance quality of life and drive innovation while raising the bar for safety and sustainability. We value your diverse skills and perspectives as together we shape the sustainable cities of today and tomorrow.<br><br><strong>Are you ready to embark on a new journey? Join #TeamSchindler! <br>Discover more on <u><a href="https://www.schindler.co.uk/en/careers.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">our career website</a></u>.</strong></p> </div> <p><strong><strong> </strong></strong></p> <p><span style="color:#706f6f"><em>At Schindler Group we value inclusion and diversity, and practise equity to create equal opportunities for all. We endeavour that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, ethnic background, colour, religious affiliation, union affiliation, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, nationality, genetics and health or disability.</em></span></p>