Field Service Engineer (Forklift Trucks)

Alex Hopkirk Ltd; Wellingborough; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Phone + tablet

24 days holiday + bank holidays

Competitive pension scheme

Overtime opportunity - Paid time-and-a-half

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Field-Based Forklift Service Engineer to join a well-established material handling company. Located in Northamptonshire, this role involves servicing forklifts and performing preventative maintenance, with a competitive salary of up to £40,000 based on experience. Additional perks include overtime pay, a company vehicle, and 24 days holiday plus bank holidays, making this an excellent opportunity for self-motivated individuals with forklift truck experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in field service focusing on forklift trucks.
• Ability to work independently and manage customer relations.

Responsibilities

• Service forklifts in Northamptonshire area.
• Perform preventative maintenance and installations.
• Ensure efficient servicing and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Customer facing skills

Initiative

Forklift truck background

Job description

Alexander James Recruiting is currently working with a well‑established, expanding material handling company looking to recruit a new field‑based forklift service engineer to service their client base across Northamptonshire. With a competitive salary & overtime opportunity plus numerous other benefits, this is a great opportunity for an experienced forklift engineer interested in a new role.

Responsibilities

• Servicing forklifts for businesses around theNorthamptonshire areas
• Carrying out preventative maintenance and product installations
• Working on other material handling equipment to include pallet trucks and reach trucks where necessary
• Reporting to the Service Manager to ensure all equipment servicing is carried out efficiently
• Coordinating with the customers, resolving any queries to the customers’ satisfaction

Requirements

The company have a preference for an individual from a forklift truck background ideally with experience of working in field service. You will be able to work well on your own with your own initiative and have good customer facing skills. Ultimately, the company are after an individual with the right attitude and work ethic. In terms of location, you can be based anywhere around the Northampton area.

Benefits

• Competitive salary dependent on experience (Up to £40,000 depending on experience)
• Overtime opportunity - Paid time-and-a-half
• Company vehicle
• Phone + tablet
• 24 days holiday + bank holidays
• Competitive pension scheme