Forklift Engineer

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

Job summary

A recruitment agency is currently seeking a Forklift Engineer to carry out routine maintenance and repairs on machines and customer-owned equipment. The ideal candidate should have a mechanical engineering background with strong customer focus and communication skills. Responsibilities include servicing forklift trucks, routine maintenance, and liaising with customers. A full UK driving licence is necessary. The salary ranges from £30,000 to £37,500, plus overtime and benefits.

Qualifications

• A mechanical engineering background is essential for the role.
• Candidates should be customer-focused and able to work well in a team.
• Strong time management and communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Servicing and repairing forklift trucks and lifting equipment.
• Carrying out routine maintenance tasks.
• Liaising with customers regarding their individual 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.

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: Leeds

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