Resident Forklift Engineer (Wakefield)

First Military Recruitment Ltd; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays

Pension scheme with 6% employer and 4%

Employee discount scheme

Tool discounts up to 60%

Specialist product training

Full forklift driver licence

Job summary

First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Resident Forklift Engineer to join our client in Wakefield. You will service, maintain and repair forklift trucks and other lifting equipment on customer sites, ensuring safety and quality.

The role is Monday to Friday, 06:00–16:00, 8 hours with overtime opportunities and a benefits package including a pension and discounts.

Qualifications

• A good mechanical engineering background is essential.
• Customer focused.
• Ability to work as part of a team or on an individual basis.
• 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.

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 background

Customer focus

Time management

Communication skills

Team / solo work

Forklift experience

Full UK driving licence

Job description

AR924 - Resident Forklift Engineer

Location: Wakefield

Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 + Overtime + Benefits

Hours: An 8 hour day between the hours of 06:00 - 16:00 (Mon-Fri)

Overview:

First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Resident 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.

Benefits Package:

• 40-hour working week, Monday to Friday (with exceptions at some customer sites).
• Overtime opportunities: time and a half Monday to Saturday, double time on Sundays and Bank Holidays.
• Company pension scheme with 6% employer contribution and minimum 4% employee contribution.
• Employee discount scheme, offering deals with major UK brands.
• Up to 60% off premium professional tools.
• 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
• Specialist product training.
• Full forklift driver licence qualification.

Location: Wakefield

Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 + Overtime + Benefits

Hours: An 8 hour day between the hours of 06:00 - 16:00 (Mon-Fri)