Field Service Engineer (Forklift Trucks)

Alexander James Recruiting Ltd.; Elgin; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer of Material Handling equipment is seeking a Field Service Engineer to service their client base across Inverness. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits, including a company van and paid overtime. Ideal for experienced engineers or recently qualified candidates looking for a long-term career.

Benefits

Company van

Overtime paid at time and a half

Paid door-to-door

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Experience in Material Handling, plant hire, powered access, commercial vehicles, or automotive sectors.
• Recently qualified engineers encouraged to apply.
• Must be based within the IV30 postcode area.

Responsibilities

• Service client base across Inverness, focusing on forklift trucks.
• Repair and maintain material handling and specialist equipment.
• Provide excellent customer service during site visits.

Skills

Customer Service

Repair and Maintenance

Technical Knowledge

Job description

Alexander James Recruiting is currently working with a leading manufacturer of Material Handling equipment to recruit a new Field Service Engineer for their client base across the Inverness area.

This role offers a competitive basic salary and other benefits, making it an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer looking to join a reputable company.

Responsibilities

1. Service a client base across Inverness, focusing on forklift trucks.
2. Repair and maintain related material handling and specialist equipment, including side-loaders and industrial cleaning equipment.
3. Provide excellent customer service and represent the company professionally during site visits.
4. Occasionally work in the workshop and on-call duties.

Requirements

The company prefers candidates with experience in the Material Handling industry. However, they are also interested in candidates with backgrounds in plant hire, powered access, commercial vehicles, or automotive sectors. Recently qualified engineers seeking a long-term career are also encouraged to apply. Applicants must be based within the IV30 postcode area.

Benefits

• Salary up to £38,000 depending on experience
• Company van
• Overtime paid at time and a half for hours over 40 per week
• Paid door-to-door
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

The Company

The company is an international manufacturer of forklift trucks, operating within the material handling industry. As part of a larger group, they supply various warehouse equipment and are recognized as a market leader. With over 30 years of consistent growth, they are looking to expand their team of service engineers to increase their market share further.