Forklift Engineer

First Military Recruitment; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

First Military Recruitment seeks a Forklift Engineer in Blackburn. The role involves servicing and maintaining forklift trucks, requiring excellent mechanical skills and communication. Candidates with a military background are encouraged but all applications will be considered.

Qualifications

• Good mechanical engineering background is essential.
• Experience with forklift trucks, military, agricultural or plant equipment is highly desirable.
• Full UK driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Servicing and repair of forklift trucks and other lifting equipment.
• Carrying out routine maintenance and checks.
• Liaising with customers and acting as a brand ambassador.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Teamwork

Communication

Experience with forklift trucks

Job description

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.
• 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.
• Ability to work as part of a team or on an individual basis where required.
• Excellent communication skills – both verbal and written.
• Experience with forklift trucks, military, agricultural or plant equipment is highly desirable.
• Full UK driving licence.

Location: Blackburn

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Created on 02/07/2025 by TN United Kingdom