Mobile Forklift Engineer

Platinum Recruitment Consultancy; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading material handling specialist seeks a Mobile Forklift Engineer in Manchester. This field-based role offers competitive pay and excellent benefits including overtime and private health care. Ideal candidates will have experience with forklift maintenance and a commitment to high-quality service.

Benefits

Company van and fuel card

Paid door-to-door travel

Overtime at enhanced rate

Private health care

On-call payments

Qualifications

• Experience with forklift trucks essential.
• Full UK Driving License required.
• Commitment to high-quality service delivery.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, and maintain a range of forklift trucks.
• Interact with clients and provide updates on repairs.
• Carry out preventative maintenance with a focus on efficiency.

Skills

Diagnosing forklift trucks

Repairing forklift trucks

Maintaining forklift trucks

Mechanical engineering

Hydraulic engineering

Electrical engineering

Customer service

Education

NVQ in Plant Maintenance

Forklift Truck Maintenance Certification

Mechanical Engineering Qualification

Job description

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Mobile Forklift Engineer in Manchester - Excellent Benefits & Overtime!

Are you a skilled Mobile Forklift Engineer looking for a field-based role with superb earning potential in Manchester? This is your chance to join a leading team!

Our client, a well-established material handling specialist, is seeking a dedicated Mobile Forklift Engineer to cover the Manchester area. This role offers an attractive hourly rate, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to grow as a Field Service Engineer.

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

* Diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining a diverse range of forklift trucks.
* Applying your expertise in mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical engineering to resolve issues efficiently.
* Interacting professionally with clients, providing updates on repairs and service schedules.
* Maintaining accurate records of work completed and ensuring all paperwork is signed off.
* Carrying out preventative maintenance with a proactive "fix first time" approach.

What You'll Bring:

* Experience diagnosing, servicing, and maintaining forklift trucks.
* Relevant qualifications such as an NVQ in Plant Maintenance, Forklift Truck Maintenance, or Mechanical Engineering are preferred but not essential.
* A full UK Driving License.
* As a FLT Engineer, a commitment to delivering high-quality service.

What's in it for you:

* Competitive pay of £35,000 per annum
* Company van + fuel card + paid door-to-door.
* Overtime paid at an enhanced rate of 1.5 times.
* Private health care.
* On-call payments.
* The chance to excel as a Field Service Engineer within the Manchester region.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated Mobile Forklift Engineer to advance their career in Manchester. If you're ready to hit the road and make a real impact, apply now!

Consultant: Dan Linehan

Job Number: 932289 / INDPLANT

Apply now!

Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.