Field Service Engineer – Forklift Maintenance & Repairs

Crown Gabelstapler GmbH & Co. KG - Deutschland; Daresbury; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle & fuel card

Private use allowed

25 days + Bank Holidays

Company pension plan

Tooling support

Discount scheme

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Job summary

Crown Lift Trucks Ltd is seeking a Field Service Engineer to service and repair customer forklifts at their sites across the UK. You will manage planned maintenance, monitor stock, and ensure paperwork and safety standards are met.

A company van and fuel card are provided with private use options (taxed). Essential skills include a valid UK driving licence, fault finding ability, and a strong commitment to health & safety, with a proactive, detail‑oriented approach to work and excellent

Qualifications

• Must hold a full UK Driving Licence.
• Proficient in fault finding and repair.
• GCSE English and Maths at grade C.
• Experience of Health & Safety requirements in workshop environments.
• Committed to ongoing personal and professional development.
• Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Able to multi-task and meet deadlines.
• Clear communication skills, both oral and written.
• Flexible, resilient and able to work under pressure.
• Willing to collaborate with colleagues and negotiate when needed.
• Positive, proactive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Carry out service and repairs on customer sites in a safe, professional and cost‑effective manner with documentation.
• Work to a planned schedule of service and maintenance at client premises; some off‑site work may occur.
• Monitor site stock and ensure sufficiency for daily fleet maintenance.
• Carry out inspections and monitor safety of repaired and maintained trucks.
• Accurately complete job sheets, timesheets and parts paperwork within timescales.
• Own and maintain equipment and tooling (van/laptop/printer) in safe condition.

Skills

Driving licence

Fault finding

Health & safety

English GCSE

Organisation

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Multitasking

Problem solving

Flexibility

Positive attitude

Education

GCSE English & Maths (Grade C)

Job description

Crown Lift Trucks Ltd is seeking a Field Service Engineer to service and repair customer forklifts at their sites across the UK. You will manage planned maintenance, monitor stock, and ensure paperwork and safety standards are met.

A company van and fuel card are provided with private use options (taxed). Essential skills include a valid UK driving licence, fault finding ability, and a strong commitment to health & safety, with a proactive, detail‑oriented approach to work and excellent