Forklift Service Engineer Apprentice - Tamworth

TOYOTA MATERIAL HANDLING UK; Middleton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading materials handling manufacturer in the United Kingdom is seeking an enthusiastic apprentice forklift engineer. This role offers a unique opportunity to develop practical skills while working alongside experienced professionals and studying for an industry-recognized qualification. Candidates should have GCSEs in relevant subjects and a keen interest in mechanics. Benefits include a competitive salary, pension, full tool kit, and more, fostering a supportive environment for personal development.

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 and offers

Qualifications

• Must be aged 18 or over for health, safety, and customer site access.
• Practical hands-on approach to learning is essential.
• Keen interest in personal development and a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Shadowing and working with the mentor to understand materials handling equipment.
• Learning about forklifts and how to fix them.
• Attending block weeks at college for new skills development.
• Engaging in online learning with the provider.

Skills

Interest in mechanical engineering

Good communication skills

Basic computer skills

Education

GCSE grades A-C or 4-9 in English Maths & Science/Engineering/IT

Job description

We are looking for an enthusiastic person who is looking 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 opportunity to work for the world's No 1 forklift truck and materials handling manufacturer.

About the role

The role involves learning the skills to be able to service, maintain and repair forklift trucks and other material handling equipment and study towards an industry recognised qualification. This is a 3 year programme combining college and workplace learning.

What you would be doing:

• Shadowing and working with your mentor and the team to understand materials handling equipment
• Learning about the trucks, how they work and how to fix them
• Block weeks at college where you will learn new skills and take part in both classroom and workshop learning
• Online learning and development with the learning provider

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for somebody who has an interest in mechanics / engineering and has a practical hand on approach to learning. You will need to have a keen interest in your own personal development and a positive attitude towards work and study.

Quick tick list for the other skills we are looking for:

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

Applicants must be aged 18 or over due to health, safety and customer site access requirements.

What we offer

• 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 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 want to attract the best talent and develop our team so that 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.