KONE Apprenticeship

KONE are seeking apprentices to join their apprenticeship programme in various locations including Heathrow Airport. At KONE, the apprentices receive work-based training with all the necessary facilities, resources, and opportunities to master vocation.  You will gain experience and a professional industry-recognised qualification (NVQ3) and Maintenance and Operations Engineering Technician (MOET) Apprenticeship standard and become a qualified lift or escalator engineer. The qualifications and experience gained through this Apprenticeship will open doors to further roles within the organisation.

What you'll do

• Hands-on experience: Shadow and work with experienced Engineers on various sites.
• Maintenance & Installation: Get involved in the general maintenance or installation of lifts or escalators.
• Servicing & fault finding: Service lifts and, escalators, including fault finding.
• Customer interaction: Deal efficiently and effectively with customers.

Practical information

• Working Week: Monday - Thursday, 8:00am - 5:00pm. On Friday from 8:00am – 3:00pm.
• Hours of work: 38 per week.
• Duration: 42 months.
• Start date: 8th of September 2025.
• Level: Level 3 MOET Apprenticeship standard and appropriate NVQ3.
• Be prepared to travel as work-based training will primarily be at our customer sites. Travel to and from the workplace takes place outside of 8am to 5pm, and 8am to 3pm.

Skills & Requirements

• Desired skills: Practical skills, logical thinking, customer service, and good communication.
• Personal qualities: Highly motivated, committed, positive attitude, effective communication, persistence, and proactive approach.

Who can apply?

• Age: You will be 16+ on the apprenticeship start date on the 8th of September 2025.
• Education: 5 GCSEs (A-C or 4 to 9) including Maths, English, and Science (or equivalent).

At KONE, the focus is on creating an innovative and collaborative working culture that values each individual's contributions. Employee engagement is a key focus area, with encouragement for active participation and the sharing of information and ideas. Sustainability is an integral part of the culture and the daily practice, alongside a commitment to ethical business conduct. The company strives to cultivate a work environment where colleagues trust and respect one another, and where good performance is recognised. As a great place to work, KONE offers a variety of experiences and opportunities designed to help employees achieve their career and personal goals, while supporting a healthy and balanced lifestyle.