Forklift Engineer

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

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Forklift Engineer in Birmingham to perform maintenance and repairs on forklift trucks and lifting equipment. The ideal candidate should possess a strong mechanical engineering background, be customer-focused, and have excellent communication skills. Responsibilities include routine servicing, conducting checks, and ensuring customer satisfaction while acting as a brand ambassador for the company.

Benefits

Overtime pay

Benefits package

Qualifications

• A good mechanical engineering background is essential.
• Customer focused with strong communication skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team or independently.

Responsibilities

• Servicing and repair of forklift trucks and other lifting equipment.
• Carrying out routine maintenance and checks.
• Liaising with customers regarding their individual requirements.

Skills

Mechanical engineering background

Customer focused

Teamwork ability

Time management

Communication skills

Experience with forklift trucks

Job description

JG231 – Forklift Engineer

Location:

Birmingham

Salary:

£30,000 - £37,500 + 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 pla...