Resident Forklift Engineer

First Military Recruitment Ltd; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift allowance

Job summary

First Military Recruitment are seeking a Forklift Engineer based in Liverpool to service and repair forklift trucks and related lifting equipment, carrying out routine maintenance and ensuring quality workmanship.

The role requires a solid mechanical engineering background, strong customer focus, and the ability to work well either in a team or independently. A valid UK driving licence is essential; ex-military candidates are encouraged.

Qualifications

• A good mechanical engineering background is essential.
• Customer focused.
• Ability to work as part of a team or on an individual basis where required.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Excellent communication skills - both verbal and written.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Servicing and repair of forklift trucks and other lifting equipment.
• Carrying out routine maintenance.
• Checking oil and fuel levels.
• Checking all related hoses and connections.
• Steering and brake checks.
• Basic electrical checks - brake lights etc.
• Liaising with customers regarding their individual requirements.
• Submit accurate parts requisition information to Head Office.
• Acting as the face of the company and therefore acting as a brand ambassador.

Skills

Mechanical engineering background

Customer focused

Teamwork / independent work

Time management

Communication skills

Forklift trucks / plant equipment exp

Full UK driving licence

Job description

JG286 - Resident Forklift Engineer

Location: Liverpool

Salary: £30,000 - £37,500 + Shift allowance

Shift pattern: the shifts are: hrs, hrs, hrs

Overview

First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Forklift Engineer on behalf of one of our clients.

The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out routine maintenance and repairs to long/short term machines and customers owned equipment. Ensuring best practice with quality and professionalism are met at all times and to maintain customer satisfaction.

Our client strongly encourages applications from ex-military personnel however, all candidates will be considered.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Servicing and repair of forklift trucks and other lifting equipment.
• Carrying out routine maintenance.
• Checking oil and fuel levels.
• Checking all related hoses and connections.
• Steering and brake checks.
• Basic electrical checks - brake lights etc.
• Liaising with customers regarding their individual requirements.
• Submit accurate parts requisition information to Head Office.
• Acting as the face of the company and therefore acting as a brand ambassador.

Skills and Qualifications

• A good mechanical engineering background is essential.
• Customer focused.
• Ability to work as part of a team or on an individual basis where required.
• Excellent time management skills
• Excellent communication skills - both verbal and written.
• Experience with forklift trucks, military, agricultural or plant equipment is highly desirable.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Location: Liverpool

Salary: £30,000 - £37,500 + Shift allowance