Forklift Engineer

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

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Forklift Engineer in Birmingham. The successful candidate will perform maintenance and repairs on forklift trucks and liaise with customers to ensure satisfaction. Applicants with a mechanical engineering background and experience with similar equipment are encouraged to apply. This role is crucial for maintaining quality and professionalism in service provision.

Qualifications

• A good mechanical engineering background is essential.
• Excellent communication skills - both verbal and written.
• Experience with forklift trucks, military, agricultural or plant equipment is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Mechanical engineering background

Customer focused

Teamwork

Time management

Communication skills

Experience with forklifts or similar equipment

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Overview

Location: Birmingham

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

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.