Singapore’s Lift and Escalator Sector: Progressive Wage Model Enhancements
The Progressive Wage Model (PWM), developed by the Tripartite Cluster for Lift and Escalator Industry (TCLE), continues to play a pivotal role in uplifting the wages and skills of maintenance personnel in Singapore’s lift and escalator sector. Effective 1 July 2023, significant updates have been implemented to ensure fair remuneration and professional development within this industry.
Key Updates to the Lift and Escalator PWM
1. Wage Adjustments Across Job Levels
The PWM outlines a structured wage progression for lift and escalator maintenance workers. The revised monthly basic wage requirements for full-time employees (working 35-44 hours per week) from 1 July 2023 to 30 June 2029 are as follows:
| Job Level | 1 Jul 2023 – 30 Jun 2024 | 1 Jul 2024 – 30 Jun 2025 | 1 Jul 2025 – 30 Jun 2026 | 1 Jul 2026 – 30 Jun 2027 | 1 Jul 2027 – 30 Jun 2028 | 1 Jul 2028 – 30 Jun 2029 |
| Assistant Lift and Escalator Specialist | ≥ $2,075 | ≥ $2,300 | ≥ $2,525 | ≥ $2,750 | ≥ $2,915 | ≥ $3,080 |
| Lift and Escalator Specialist | ≥ $2,460 | ≥ $2,670 | ≥ $2,880 | ≥ $3,090 | ≥ $3,280 | ≥ $3,470 |
| Senior Lift and Escalator Specialist | ≥ $2,805 | ≥ $3,010 | ≥ $3,215 | ≥ $3,420 | ≥ $3,620 | ≥ $3,820 |
| Lift and Escalator Supervisor | ≥ $3,015 | ≥ $3,230 | ≥ $3,445 | ≥ $3,660 | ≥ $3,875 | ≥ $4,090 |
| Principal Lift and Escalator Specialist | ≥ $3,330 | ≥ $3,460 | ≥ $3,590 | ≥ $3,720 | ≥ $3,935 | ≥ $4,150 |
Note: These figures represent the minimum monthly basic wages for full-time lift and escalator maintenance workers. Ministry of Manpower Singapore
🎓 Training Matters
The PWM also emphasizes technical training and certification aligned with the Technical Skills and Competencies (TSC) framework. The goal is to ensure all personnel can operate and maintain systems safely and efficiently. Employers should facilitate upskilling and certification for long-term productivity.
How Kanry Supports the Lift Sector
While PWM is setting the standard, Kanry has been actively helping top firms scale their technician teams quickly and compliantly. Here’s what we’ve done:
- ✅ Mass hiring of 80+ local and Malaysian lift & escalator technicians in just 3 months
- ✅ Delivered results for leading US, and Japanese MNCs
- ✅ Organized job fairs in Johor Bahru, Penang, Kuala Lumpur, and Singapore
- ✅ Partnered with facilities management companies for outsourced technician
- ✅ Sourced, screened, and placed both permanent and contract manpower
If your company is looking to hire skilled lift technicians in volume or scale operations quickly, Kanry brings the speed, compliance, and reach you need!
