Forklift Engineer

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

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Forklift Engineer in Carlisle. The role involves servicing and maintaining forklift trucks, ensuring customer satisfaction, and representing the company while possessing a strong mechanical engineering background is essential. A full UK driving licence is required, along with excellent communication and teamwork skills. Competitive salary offered.

Qualifications

• A good mechanical engineering background is essential.
• Customer focused with good team working ability.
• Excellent time management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Mechanical engineering background

Customer focused

Teamwork ability

Time management

Communication skills

Experience with forklift trucks

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Overview

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

Location: Carlisle

Salary: £30,000 - £37,500 + Overtime + Benefits

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.