Forklift Engineer

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

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Forklift Engineer in Newton Aycliffe to perform maintenance and repairs on various lifting equipment. The ideal candidate should possess a solid mechanical engineering background and be customer-focused. Responsibilities include servicing forklift trucks, conducting routine maintenance, and liaising with customers. Candidates with experience in military or agricultural equipment are desirable. This role offers a competitive salary plus overtime and benefits.

Qualifications

• Good mechanical engineering background is essential.
• Ability to work as part of a team or individually.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Mechanical engineering background

Customer focused

Teamwork

Time management

Communication skills

Experience with forklift trucks

Full UK driving licence

Job description

JG250 - Forklift Engineer

Location: Newton Aycliffe

Salary: £30,000 - £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.

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.