Forklift Service Engineer Apprentice - Burton on Trent

SEI Europe; Burton-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting apprenticeship opportunity awaits with a leading manufacturer of materials handling equipment. This role combines practical on-the-job training with classroom learning, allowing you to develop essential skills as a forklift engineer. Over a 3-year program, you will gain hands-on experience while working alongside experienced professionals. The company is committed to fostering a supportive environment that encourages personal development and growth. If you have a passion for mechanics and a desire to learn, this could be the perfect stepping stone for your career in engineering.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Attractive Company Pension

Full Tool Kit

Company Sick Pay

Voluntary Critical Illness Cover

Free Eye Tests

Free Flu Jabs

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Benefits Platform with Discounts

Qualifications

• Interest in mechanics/engineering with a hands-on approach.
• GCSE in relevant subjects is required.

Responsibilities

• Learn to service, maintain, and repair forklift trucks.
• Shadow mentor and participate in college learning.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering Interest

Good Communication Skills

Basic Computer Skills

Willingness to Learn

Education

GCSE grades A-C or 4-9 in English, Maths, and either Science/Engineering or IT

Tools

Full Tool Kit

Job description

We are looking for an enthusiastic person who is eager to learn the skills needed to develop a career as a forklift engineer. This apprenticeship role is an excellent opportunity to combine on-the-job working, excellent training, and development, and the chance to work for the world's No. 1 forklift truck and materials handling manufacturer.

About the role
The role involves learning the skills to service, maintain, and repair forklift trucks and other material handling equipment while studying towards an industry-recognized qualification. This is a 3-year program combining college and workplace learning.
As an apprentice, you will be working in one of our centers or at one of our customer's sites, as part of our service team. Your responsibilities will include:

1. Shadowing and working with your mentor and the team to understand materials handling equipment
2. Learning about the trucks, how they work, and how to fix them
3. Participating in block weeks at college to learn new skills through both classroom and workshop learning
4. Engaging in online learning and development with the learning provider

Who are we looking for?
We seek someone with an interest in mechanics/engineering and a practical, hands-on approach to learning. You should have a keen interest in personal development and a positive attitude towards work and study.
Here is a quick checklist for the skills we are looking for:

1. GCSE grades A-C or 4-9 in English, Maths, and either Science/Engineering or IT (or equivalent)
2. Interest in mechanical engineering/engineering
3. Good communication skills
4. Willingness to take instruction and development
5. Basic computer skills

What we offer

1. Competitive salary
2. Attractive company pension
3. Full tool kit (if applicable)
4. Company sick pay
5. Voluntary critical illness cover
6. Free eye tests
7. Free flu jabs
8. 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
9. Benefits platform with instant discounts and offers

Why choose Toyota?
Toyota Material Handling is the world's number one manufacturer of materials handling equipment, providing quality sales and service support across the UK.
In the UK, we are implementing a people strategy to create an environment where our people feel valued, fulfilled, engaged, and happy. We aim to attract the best talent and develop our team so they achieve their full potential.
Our commitment is to read each application carefully; however, due to the high volume of applications we receive, regrettably, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Please note that by submitting your application, you are giving permission for your personal information to be shared with SMB College Group.
Toyota Material Handling UK is an equal opportunities employer.