Forklift Engineer (Chesterfield)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

Private use option

Pension scheme

Annual leave 25 days

Overtime pay

Discount schemes

Job summary

First Military Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Forklift Engineer in Chesterfield to perform servicing and repairs on forklift trucks and related equipment. The role emphasizes quality, professionalism and high customer satisfaction, with a strong candidate pool encouraged from ex-military backgrounds.

The position involves routine maintenance, fault finding, and hands-on servicing, with opportunities for overtime and a company van for field service work. A valid UK driving licence is required.

Qualifications

• A good mechanical engineering background is essential.
• Customer focused approach.
• Ability to work as part of a team or individually when required.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with forklift trucks, military, agricultural or plant equipment is desirable.
• 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 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 brand ambassador.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Customer focus

Teamwork

Time management

Communication skills

Forklift experience

Driving licence

Job description

MS723 - Forklift Engineer

Location: Chesterfield

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