Forklift Engineer

First Military Recruitment

  • Dartford, Kent
  • £36,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
  • Apply easily
LB314 - Forklift EngineerLocation: DartfordSalary: £31,000 - £36,000Overview:First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Field Service Engineer on behalf of one of our clients.To service and maintain a range of material handling equipment and identify potential repairs/faults to ensure maximum reliability. Carry out PAT and lifting equipment inspections. Ensure all site health & safety and PPE rules are maintained and observed at all times.Our client encourages applications from ex-military personnel however all candidates will be given due consideration.Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Servicing, maintenance, and repair of material handling equipment including forklifts, side loaders, reach trucks.
  • Using market-leading fleet management system to complete parts orders, job sheets and warranty work.
  • Providing a best-in-class customer experience for business customers.
  • Book all planned maintenance with customer.
  • Agree workload with Field Service Team Leader prioritising as below:
  • SG fleet.
  • Chargeable services.
  • Key accounts i.e., national accounts, regional major accounts.
  • Support Patch Engineers.
  • Ensure all chargeable services are completed.
  • Ensure all fleet servicing is completed by the end of the month.
  • Ensure daily telephone contact with Operations Controller to cover specifically:
  • Service completion.
  • Estimate requests.
  • Damage requests.
  • Clearing out WIP.
  • Carry out lifting equipment examinations, as and when required. Liaise with Field Service Team Leader.
  • Carry out PAT testing.
  • Other tasks as directed commensurate with the efficient running of the organisation within the skills and capabilities of the individual and as required from time to time.
Skills and Qualifications:
  • Experience in servicing, repair or maintenance of material handling equipment (MHE), construction plant, agricultural machinery or powered access equipment, or forklift trucks.
  • Knowledge of automotive, mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems and components.
  • Excellent customer service skills.
  • Relevant technical qualification would be advantageous.

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