Forklift Engineer

First Military Recruitment Ltd; Biggleswade; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Forklift Engineer in Biggleswade to handle maintenance and repairs for forklift trucks and other equipment. The successful candidate will ensure quality service and customer satisfaction while managing routine checks and repairs. A good mechanical background and customer focus are essential. The role offers a salary range of GBP30,000 - GBP37,500 with overtime and additional benefits.

Benefits

Overtime

Benefits

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical background essential for maintenance and repair.
• Customer-focused approach to meet individual needs.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance on forklift trucks.
• Conduct repairs and address equipment issues.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Communicate effectively with customers.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Customer focus

Team collaboration

Time management

Communication skills

Forklift experience

Driving licence

Job description

AR715 Forklift Engineer

Location: Biggleswade

Salary: GBP30,000 - GBP37,500 + Overtime + Benefits

Overview:

First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Forklift Engineer on behalf of one of our clients.

The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out routine maintenance and repairs to long/short term machines and customers owned equipment. Ensuring best practice with quality and professionalism are met at all times and to maintain customer satisfaction.

Our client strongly encourages applications from ex-military personnel however, all candidates will be considered.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Servicing and repair of forklift trucks and other lifting equipment.
• Carrying out routine maintenance.
• Checking oil and fuel levels.
• Checking all related hoses and connections.
• Steering and brake checks.
• Basic electrical checks brake lights etc.
• Liaising with customers regarding their individual requirements.
• Submit accurate parts requisition information to Head Office.
• Acting as the face of the company and therefore acting as a brand ambassador.

Skills and Qualifications:

• A good mechanical engineering background is essential.
• Customer focused.
• Ability to work as part of a team or on an individual basis where required.
• Excellent time management skills
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
• Experience with forklift trucks, military, agricultural or plant equipment is highly desirable.
• Full UK driving licence.

Location: Biggleswade

Salary: GBP30,000 - GBP37,500 + Overtime + Benefits