Forklift Engineer

First Military Recruitment Ltd; Caddington; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime

Benefits

Job summary

First Military Recruitment are seeking a Forklift Engineer for a client in Luton. The role involves servicing and repairing forklift trucks and related lifting equipment to a high standard of quality and reliability.

You will perform routine maintenance, checks on oil, fuel, hoses, steering and brakes, and liaise with customers to cover their requirements. A full UK driving licence is required, and experience with forklift or plant equipment is highly desirable.

Qualifications

• A good mechanical engineering background is essential.
• Customer focused attitude.
• Ability to work as part of a team or individually.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• Experience with forklift trucks, military, agricultural or plant equipment is desirable.
• Full UK driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Servicing and repair of forklift trucks and other lifting equipment.
• Carrying out routine maintenance.
• Checking oil and fuel levels.
• Checking hoses and connections.
• Steering and brake checks.
• Basic electrical checks (e.g., brake lights).
• Liaising with customers regarding their requirements.
• Submitting accurate parts requisition information to Head Office.
• Acting as the face of the company and brand ambassador.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Customer focus

Team work

Time management

Communication skills

Forklift experience

Full UK driving licence

Job description

JG280 - Forklift Engineer

Location: Luton

Salary: £33,000 - £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 plant equipment is highly desirable.
• Full UK driving licence.

Location: Luton

Salary: £33,000 - £37,500 + Overtime + Benefits