Mobile Tail Lift Engineer

AutoSkills (United Kingdom); Bedford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully equipped company van

Fuel card

Company phone

Pension

Training and development

Birthday leave

Job summary

AutoSkills (United Kingdom) is seeking an experienced Tail Lift Engineer / Mobile Service Engineer to service and repair tail lifts, lifting decks and shutter systems across the UK. The role involves preventative maintenance, LOLER exams and diagnostics, with a fully equipped company van provided.

You will work Monday to Friday with potential call-outs to boost earnings; salary up to £55,000 plus a £1,500 annual bonus, pension, training, fuel card and company phone.

Qualifications

• Full UK Driving Licence required.
• Previous tail lift or similar equipment experience.
• Strong mechanical, hydraulic and electrical fault-finding skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Basic IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Service and repair tail lifts, lifting decks and shutter systems.
• Carry out preventative maintenance and inspections.
• Complete LOLER Thorough Examinations and Annual Weight Tests.
• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faults.
• Carry out repairs and component replacements; complete digital job reports and service documentation.
• Maintain van stock, tools and equipment.
• Provide excellent customer service while working safely and professionally.

Skills

Mechanical fault-finding

Electrical fault-finding

Hydraulics knowledge

Customer service

Independent work

Basic IT skills

Tools

Tail lift systems

Job description

Earnings: Up to £55,000 including call-out and overtime + bonus

Hours: Monday-Friday | 40 hours per week | Days

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Company Van: Fully equipped van provided

Up to £55,000 - Optional Call-Outs

The role offers up to £55,000 including call-out and overtime, plus an annual performance bonus of up to £1,500.

The call-out rota is completely optional - you can work your normal Monday-Friday hours or take additional call-outs when you want to boost your earnings.

Additional Earning Opportunities

• Up to £1,500 annual performance bonus, typically paid around December
• £25 per night when on the call-out rota
• £75 flat rate for a 3-hour call-out
• Any work over 3 hours paid at double time
• Optional call-out rota with no obligation

The Role

• Service and repair tail lifts, lifting decks and shutter systems
• Carry out preventative maintenance and inspections
• Complete LOLER Thorough Examinations and Annual Weight Tests
• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faults
• Carry out repairs and component replacementsComplete digital job reports and service documentation
• Maintain van stock, tools and equipment
• Provide excellent customer service while working safely and professionally

We're looking for an experienced Tail Lift Engineer / Mobile Service Engineer / Hydraulic Engineer / Commercial Vehicle Engineer with:

• Full UK Driving Licence
• Previous tail lift or similar equipment experience
• Strong mechanical, hydraulic and electrical fault-finding skills
• Ability to work independently and manage your own workload
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Basic IT skills

Desirable: LOLER experience/qualification, shutter system experience, mobile field service experience and experience with Dhollandia, DEL, Ratcliff Palfinger, Zepro or Anteo.

What's on Offer?

• Up to £55,000 including call-out and overtime
• Up to £1,500 annual performance bonus
• Optional call-out rota
• Enhanced call-out and overtime payments
• Fully equipped company van
• Fuel card and company phone
• PPE and uniform provided
• Salary sacrifice pension
• Wellness programme
• 22 days annual leave + birthday leave
• Ongoing manufacturer training and career development