Forklift Maintenance Engineer — Service & Repair

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

Job summary

An engineering recruitment agency is seeking a Forklift Engineer in Taunton. The successful candidate will be responsible for servicing and repairing forklift trucks and other lifting equipment. They will conduct routine maintenance and ensure customer satisfaction. A good mechanical engineering background and experience with forklift trucks, along with a full UK driving licence, are essential. The role emphasizes teamwork and communication, and applications from ex-military personnel are encouraged.

Benefits

Overtime

Benefits

Qualifications

• Good mechanical engineering background is essential.
• Experience with forklift trucks, military, agricultural or plant equipment is highly desirable.
• Ability to work as part of a team or individually.

Responsibilities

• Servicing and repair of forklift trucks and lifting equipment.
• Carrying out routine maintenance.
• Checking oil and fuel levels.
• Checking hoses and connections.
• Performing steering and brake checks.
• Conducting basic electrical checks.
• Liaising with customers regarding their requirements.
• Submitting accurate parts requisition information.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Customer focused

Teamwork

Time management

Excellent communication skills

Experience with forklift trucks

Full UK driving licence

Job description

An engineering recruitment agency is seeking a Forklift Engineer in Taunton. The successful candidate will be responsible for servicing and repairing forklift trucks and other lifting equipment. They will conduct routine maintenance and ensure customer satisfaction. A good mechanical engineering background and experience with forklift trucks, along with a full UK driving licence, are essential. The role emphasizes teamwork and communication, and applications from ex-military personnel are encouraged.