Forklift & Warehouse Equipment
Location: North West
Role type: Field-based
A well-established material handling company supplying and supporting forklift trucks and warehouse equipment to a wide range of customers is looking to recruit a Field Service Engineer to join its team.
This role is primarily field based, with some on-site work, and involves maintaining and servicing a fleet of trucks across the North West.
The Role
As a Service Engineer, you will be responsible for carrying out planned servicing and maintenance on a range of forklift trucks and warehouse equipment across customer sites throughout the North West.
This is a servicing-focused role, with no breakdown call-outs or repair work required initially. It would suit a hands-on engineer looking to build their experience within the materials handling industry, with full training and support provided to develop their skills across fault-finding, repairs, maintenance and breakdown work as they progress.
You will be responsible for:
Servicing and carrying out routine maintenance on a range of forklift trucks and warehouse equipment
Working on a variety of equipment including electric, LPG and diesel counterbalance, pallet and reach trucks
Completing planned maintenance and inspections to a high standard
Carrying out basic checks and identifying any issues requiring further attention
Representing the company professionally at customer sites
Managing your workload independently while maintaining high standards of workmanship and safety
Working closely with experienced engineers and the wider service team to develop your technical knowledge
Experience & Skills
Essential:
Hands-on engineering experience
Engineering qualification or apprenticeship, ideally within mechanical engineering, automotive, plant or a similar discipline
Good practical and mechanical aptitude
Willingness to learn and develop within the materials handling industry
Able to work independently in a field-based role
Full UK driving licence
Highly Desirable:
Previous experience working with forklift trucks, plant, agricultural or similar equipment
Experience with Still or Linde equipment
LOLER Certification
Basic knowledge of electrical, hydraulic or mechanical systems
Training
Full training and ongoing support will be provided
Manufacturer or product training available
Opportunity to develop from a servicing-focused role into a wider Field Service Engineer position, gaining experience in fault-finding, repairs, maintenance and breakdowns
Development within the business is encouraged, making this an excellent opportunity for an engineer at the start of their career
Package & Benefits
£30,(Apply online only) – £32,(Apply online only) per annum
Door-to-door pay
Overtime available and paid at time and a half or double time
Company van
Phone and laptop provided
Pension scheme
Death in service benefit
Hours
Monday to Friday
8:30am – 5:00pm
Overtime available
Tools
Engineers are required to supply their own basic tools
All personal tools are fully insured by the company
Specialist tools will be provided by the company
If you’re interested in this position, please contact Alex Connolly on (phone number removed).
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Salary description
£30000.00 - £32000.00 per year