Forklift Field Service Engineer - Bristol (Company Van)

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

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.