Forklift Engineer

First Military Recruitment; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40-hour week

Overtime pay

Company van (private use optional)

Pension scheme

Employee discount

Tool discount (up to 60%)

Van washing account

25 days annual leave + BH

Specialist product training

Job summary

First Military Recruitment are seeking a Forklift Engineer for a client in the North East of England. You will service and repair forklift trucks and related equipment, performing routine maintenance and checks to ensure reliability and customer satisfaction.

The role requires a solid mechanical background, the ability to work alone or as part of a team, and strong communication with customers. A UK driving licence is essential and full company benefits apply.

Qualifications

• A good mechanical engineering background is essential.
• Ability to work as part of a team or on an individual basis where required.
• Excellent communication skills – both verbal and written.
• Experience with forklift trucks, military, agricultural or plant equipment is highly desirable.
• Full UK driving licence is required.

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.
• 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

Mechanical engineering

Team/independent work

Communication skills

Forklift/military/plant experience

UK driving licence

Job description

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.
• 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.
• Ability to work as part of a team or on an individual basis where required.
• Excellent communication skills – both verbal and written.
• Experience with forklift trucks, military, agricultural or plant equipment is highly desirable.
• Full UK driving licence.

Benefits Package:

• 40-hour working week, Monday to Friday (with exceptions at some customer sites).
• Overtime opportunities: time and a half Monday to Saturday, double time on Sundays and Bank Holidays.
• Company van with optional private use and fuel card for Field Service Technicians.
• Company pension scheme with 6% employer contribution and minimum 4% employee contribution.
• Employee discount scheme, offering deals with major UK brands.
• Up to 60% off premium professional tools.
• Company van washing account at most outlets.
• 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
• Specialist product training.

Forklift Engineer • Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire, England