Forklift Field Technician – Maintenance & Repairs (Aberdeen)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime

Benefits

Job summary

First Military Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Forklift Engineer in Aberdeen to service and repair forklift trucks and related equipment. The role requires a mechanical engineering background, customer-focused approach, and the ability to work both in a team and alone.

A Full UK driving licence is essential, with overtime and benefits on offer. Location is Aberdeen, and the successful candidate will perform routine maintenance, checks, and liaise with customers to ensure high service standards.

Qualifications

• A good mechanical engineering background is essential.
• Customer focused with strong communication skills.
• Able to work in a team or independently as required.
• Excellent time management skills are needed.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Experience with forklift trucks, military, agricultural or plant equipment is desirable.
• Must have 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 regarding requirements.
• Submit accurate parts requisition information to Head Office.
• Act as the face of the company and brand ambassador.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Customer focus

Teamwork

Time management

Communication skills

Forklift experience

Driving licence UK

Job description

First Military Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Forklift Engineer in Aberdeen to service and repair forklift trucks and related equipment. The role requires a mechanical engineering background, customer-focused approach, and the ability to work both in a team and alone.

A Full UK driving licence is essential, with overtime and benefits on offer. Location is Aberdeen, and the successful candidate will perform routine maintenance, checks, and liaise with customers to ensure high service standards.