Forklift Engineer

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

Job summary

An engineering recruitment agency is seeking a Forklift Engineer in Taunton. The successful candidate will be responsible for servicing and repairing forklift trucks and other lifting equipment. They will conduct routine maintenance and ensure customer satisfaction. A good mechanical engineering background and experience with forklift trucks, along with a full UK driving licence, are essential. The role emphasizes teamwork and communication, and applications from ex-military personnel are encouraged.

Benefits

Overtime

Benefits

Qualifications

• Good mechanical engineering background is essential.
• Experience with forklift trucks, military, agricultural or plant equipment is highly desirable.
• Ability to work as part of a team or individually.

Responsibilities

• Servicing and repair of forklift trucks and lifting equipment.
• Carrying out routine maintenance.
• Checking oil and fuel levels.
• Checking hoses and connections.
• Performing steering and brake checks.
• Conducting basic electrical checks.
• Liaising with customers regarding their requirements.
• Submitting accurate parts requisition information.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Customer focused

Teamwork

Time management

Excellent communication skills

Experience with forklift trucks

Full UK driving licence

Job description

JG202 - Forklift Engineer

Location: Taunton

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.

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.