Field Service Engineer - Yorkshire

Crown; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading equipment service provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a technician to carry out service and repairs to equipment on customer sites. The ideal candidate should possess a full UK driving license, knowledge in mechanical or electrical engineering, and good communication skills. Benefits include a company vehicle, holiday leave, and additional discount schemes. This role offers a structured Monday to Friday schedule with a strong focus on safety and quality procedures.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Company pension plan

Discount schemes with major UK brands

Door-to-door payment

Qualifications

• Full UK Driving Licence is essential.
• Experience with Health & Safety requirements in a workshop environment is preferred.
• Recent relevant experience in forklift truck service environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Carry out service and repairs to equipment on customer sites.
• Monitor and maintain van stock for daily maintenance.
• Conduct inspections to ensure safety of repaired trucks.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Electrical engineering

Ability to work independently

Good communication skills

High standards of work

Education

GCSE grade C or above in English and maths

Job description

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To carry out service and repairs to equipment on customer sites in a safe, professional, and cost-effective manner, maintaining documentation of all works carried out in line with Health and Safety and Quality procedures.

The role involves working to a planned schedule of service and maintenance jobs at our client’s premises.

Responsibilities include:

1. Monitoring and maintaining van stock to ensure sufficient supplies for daily maintenance.
2. Conducting inspections and monitoring the safety of repaired and maintained trucks.
3. Completing job sheets, timesheets, purchase requisitions, and parts paperwork accurately within required timescales.
4. Taking responsibility for all equipment and tooling, including van, laptop, tablet, etc., ensuring they are in safe condition for the work undertaken.
5. Working to strict schedules and deadlines.

Candidates should have knowledge of at least one of the following areas and be willing to undertake additional training to excel within Crown Lift Trucks Ltd:

• Mechanical engineering
• Electrical engineering

Essential skills and qualities include:

• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Good communication skills.
• High standards of work and adherence to timescales.

Person Specification

• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Proficiency in fault finding and repair.
• GCSE grade C or above in English and maths.
• Experience with Health & Safety requirements in a workshop environment.
• Commitment to personal and professional development.
• Excellent organizational skills, resourcefulness, and solution-driven mindset.
• High accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize workloads under tight deadlines.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Clear oral and written communication skills.
• Negotiation and consultation skills.
• Flexibility to adapt to diverse needs of the role.
• Resilience and motivation to work under pressure.
• Positive attitude and proactive approach.
• Recent relevant experience in forklift truck service environment (preferred but not essential).

Hours of Work:

Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 16:30, with 30 minutes unpaid lunch.

Company Vehicle:

A company van and fuel card are provided, with optional private use (subject to tax regulations).

Holidays and Pension:

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Company pension plan.

Additional Benefits:

• Door-to-door payment.
• Discount schemes with major UK brands.