Forklift Engineer

First Military Recruitment Ltd; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Forklift Engineer in Blackburn to carry out maintenance and repairs on lifting equipment. The ideal candidate should have a strong mechanical background, excellent communication skills, and a customer-focused attitude. A full UK driving license is required. Competitive salary ranges from £31,000 to £36,000, plus overtime and benefits.

Benefits

Overtime

Benefits

Qualifications

• Must have a good mechanical engineering background.
• Customer focused with the ability to work in a team.
• Strong communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Good mechanical engineering background

Customer focused

Ability to work as part of a team

Excellent time management skills

Excellent communication skills

Experience with forklift trucks

Job description

JG217 – Forklift Engineer

Location : Blackburn

Salary : £31,000 - £36,000 + 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.