Service Engineer

Service Engineer 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<br />Working on a variety of equipment including electric, LPG and diesel counterbalance, pallet and reach trucks<br />Completing planned maintenance and inspections to a high standard<br />Carrying out basic checks and identifying any issues requiring further attention<br />Representing the company professionally at customer sites<br />Managing your workload independently while maintaining high standards of workmanship and safety<br />Working closely with experienced engineers and the wider service team to develop your technical knowledge<br />Experience &amp; Skills Essential:

Hands-on engineering experience<br />Engineering qualification or apprenticeship, ideally within mechanical engineering, automotive, plant or a similar discipline<br />Good practical and mechanical aptitude<br />Willingness to learn and develop within the materials handling industry<br />Able to work independently in a field-based role<br />Full UK driving licence<br />Highly Desirable:

Previous experience working with forklift trucks, plant, agricultural or similar equipment<br />Experience with Still or Linde equipment<br />LOLER Certification<br />Basic knowledge of electrical, hydraulic or mechanical systems<br />Training Full training and ongoing support will be provided<br />Manufacturer or product training available<br />Opportunity to develop from a servicing-focused role into a wider Field Service Engineer position, gaining experience in fault-finding, repairs, maintenance and breakdowns<br />Development within the business is encouraged, making this an excellent opportunity for an engineer at the start of their career<br />Package &amp; Benefits £30,(Apply online only) – £32,(Apply online only) per annum<br />Door-to-door pay<br />Overtime available and paid at time and a half or double time<br />Company van<br />Phone and laptop provided<br />Pension scheme<br />Death in service benefit<br />Hours Monday to Friday<br />8:30am – 5:00pm<br />Overtime available<br />Tools Engineers are required to supply their own basic tools<br />All personal tools are fully insured by the company<br />Specialist tools will be provided by the company<br />If you’re interested in this position, please contact Alex Connolly on (phone number removed).

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