Field Service Engineer (Forklift Engineer)

Forklift Service Engineer Location: 40,000 depending on Experience Hours: Monday Friday, 8:00am 4:30pm Job Type : Permanent, Full Time Our client is a well established, material handling business providing a comprehensive range of forklift solutions, including hire, sales, servicing, repairs, breakdown support and parts. With a strong reputation for reliable customer service and highly trained engineers, they support businesses across the West Midlands and surrounding areas. Due to continued growth, they are looking for a Forklift Service Engineer to join their team, covering customers across Coventry, Leicester, Northampton, Oxford and Derby. Forklift experience is desirable, but candidates with relevant experience working on similar heavy machinery or material handling equipment will also be considered. As a Forklift Service Engineer, you will be responsible for servicing, maintaining and repairing a range of forklift trucks and material handling equipment at customer sites. Forklift Service Engineer Responsibilities Will Include: Carrying out planned servicing and routine maintenance on forklift trucks and associated equipment. Diagnosing and repairing mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faults. Reading and working from technical manuals, diagrams and service documentation. Completing accurate service and maintenance records. Providing technical support and advice to customers where required. Supporting colleagues and maintaining high standards of work at all times. Skills and Experience Needed: Strong mechanical fault-finding and diagnostic skills. Basic electrical fault-finding knowledge. Experience carrying out servicing, maintenance and repairs on industrial or heavy machinery. Ability to read technical manuals, diagrams and service documentation. A full UK driving licence. Starting salary of £34,028.80 Overtime paid at time and a half Door-to-door pay paid from leaving home through to returning home, up to 30 minutes each side of the working day. Company van, Fuel card, Tablet, Mobile phone, & Laptop. Ongoing training and opportunities to upskill. Stable, long-term opportunity with an established family-owned business. Next Generation work in partnership with businesses across the UK who operate within Manufacturing, Logistics & Commercial sectors. We provide permanent and contract opportunities engaging with talented candidates looking to make their next career move.