Forklift Engineer - Maintenance & Repairs (Van + Overtime)

First Military Recruitment Ltd; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

First Military Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Forklift Engineer in Milton Keynes to perform maintenance and repair of forklift trucks and related equipment. The role emphasizes quality, professionalism, and strong customer satisfaction, with overtime and a company van provided.

Ideal candidates may come from ex-military backgrounds, though all are encouraged to apply; routine servicing and on-site health and safety compliance are key responsibilities in this position.

Qualifications

• NVQ in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)
• Numeracy skills
• Knowledge of forklift trucks
• Analytical with an eye for detail
• Excellent communications skills
• Professional and strong interpersonal skills
• Able to work to tight deadlines
• Flexible and willing to contribute by helping others
• Courteous, friendly and tactful

Responsibilities

• Responsible for commissioning, maintenance and servicing of equipment and plant machinery.
• Repair, maintain, and service forklift trucks
• Repair or replace faulty parts
• Request parts via PDA
• Report to Service Co-ordinator for scheduled work
• Maintain and develop relationships with customers
• Follow Service Team procedures.
• Adhere to site Health & Safety requirements.
• Pursue personal development of skills and knowledge necessary for effective performance of the role and attend training courses as required.
• Adhere to company Quality and Compliance responsibilities, and policies and procedures.
• Adhere to Health & Safety responsibilities and procedures

Skills

Forklift knowledge

Numeracy skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Deadline-driven

Team player

Courteous and tactful

Education

NVQ in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)

Job description

First Military Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Forklift Engineer in Milton Keynes to perform maintenance and repair of forklift trucks and related equipment. The role emphasizes quality, professionalism, and strong customer satisfaction, with overtime and a company van provided.

Ideal candidates may come from ex-military backgrounds, though all are encouraged to apply; routine servicing and on-site health and safety compliance are key responsibilities in this position.