Forklift Engineer (Bristol)

First Military Recruitment Ltd; Bristol; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40-hour working week

Overtime opportunities

Company van with private use

Pension scheme with contributions

Employee discount scheme

25 days annual leave

Specialist product training

Job summary

First Military Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Forklift Engineer in Bristol to service and repair forklift trucks and lifting equipment. The role focuses on routine maintenance, quality workmanship, and customer satisfaction.

The ideal candidate has a mechanical engineering background, strong teamwork and communication skills, and a full UK driving licence. Experience with forklift trucks or similar equipment is highly desirable.

Qualifications

• Must have solid mechanical engineering background and an eye for quality.
• Customer focused with strong communication skills.
• Able to work in teams or alone as required.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.
• Experience with forklift trucks, military, agricultural or plant equipment is a plus.
• Holder of a full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Servicing and repair of forklift trucks and other lifting equipment.
• Carrying out routine maintenance.
• Checking oil and fuel levels.
• Checking hoses and connections.
• Steering and brake checks.
• Basic electrical checks (brake lights, etc.).
• Liaising with customers to capture requirements.
• Submit accurate parts requisition information to Head Office.
• Act as brand ambassador for the company.

Skills

Mechanical background

Customer focus

Team or independent

Time management

Verbal & written communication

Forklift/plant experience desirable

Full UK driving licence

Job description

JG255 - Forklift Engineer

Location: Bristol

Salary: £33,000 - £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.

Benefits Package

• 40-hour working week, Monday to Friday (with exceptions at some customer sites).
• Paid door-to-door travel for Field Service Engineers.
• 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.
• Full forklift driver licence qualification.

Location: Bristol

Salary: £33,000 - £37,500 + Overtime + Benefits