Resident Forklift Engineer

First Military Recruitment; Oxford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Oxford is seeking a Forklift Engineer responsible for servicing and repairing forklift trucks and maintaining customer satisfaction. Candidates should have a mechanical engineering background, excellent communication skills, and a full UK driving licence. All applicants are encouraged, especially ex-military personnel.

Qualifications

• Good mechanical engineering background is essential.
• Ability to work as part of a team or individually.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Experience with forklift trucks, military, agricultural or plant equipment is highly desirable.

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.
• Liaising with customers regarding their requirements.
• Submitting accurate parts requisition information.
• Acting as the face of the company and brand ambassador.

Skills

Mechanical engineering background

Teamwork

Excellent communication skills

Experience with forklift trucks

Full UK driving licence

Job description

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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.
• 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.
• Ability to work as part of a team or on an individual basis where required.
• Excellent communication skills – both verbal and written.
• Experience with forklift trucks, military, agricultural or plant equipment is highly desirable.
• Full UK driving licence.

Location:Oxford