Forklift Engineer

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

Job summary

A specialized recruitment agency is currently seeking a Forklift Engineer in Crawley. The successful candidate will be responsible for servicing and repairing forklift trucks, ensuring high-quality standards and customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate has a strong mechanical background and excellent time management and communication skills. Experience with various lifting equipment and a full UK driving licence are essential. This role offers a competitive salary of £30,000 - £37,500 plus overtime and benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Overtime pay

Benefits package

Qualifications

• Good mechanical engineering background is essential.
• Customer focused with excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team or independently.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Mechanical engineering background

Customer focused

Teamwork ability

Time management skills

Communication skills

Experience with forklifts and plant equipment

Full UK driving licence

Job description

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.

Location

Crawley

Salary

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

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.
• Act as the face of the company and therefore act 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.