Forklift Engineer

First Military Recruitment Ltd; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a skilled maintenance technician to service and repair forklift trucks and other lifting equipment in Peterborough. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical engineering background, excellent customer service skills, and experience with similar equipment. A full UK driving licence is required. Competitive salary of GBP31,000 - GBP35,000 plus overtime and benefits.

Benefits

Overtime

Benefits

Qualifications

• Good mechanical engineering background is essential.
• Customer-focused with excellent communication skills.
• Experience with forklift trucks, military, agricultural or plant equipment is desirable.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Mechanical engineering background

Customer focus

Ability to work in a team

Time management skills

Excellent communication skills

Experience with forklift trucks

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Overview

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: Peterborough

Salary: GBP31,000 - GBP35,000 + Overtime + Benefits