Field Service Engineer (Forklift Trucks)

Alexander James Recruiting Ltd.; Wales; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

Alexander James Recruiting are currently working with a leading manufacturer of Material Handling equipment looking to on-board a new Field Service Engineer to service their client base across mid Wales and Chester area. With a competitive basic salary and a number of other benefits, this is a great opportunity for an experienced forklift engineer looking to get into a new company or an engineer from another industry who is interested in working on forklifts.

Responsibilities

1. Servicing a client base across mid Wales and Chester area with a focus on servicing forklift trucks
2. Fixing and servicing other, related material handling & specialist equipment to include side-loaders and industrial cleaning equipment
3. Ensuring excellent customer service and representing the company in the right way when visiting customer sites
4. Attending the workshop from time to time and occasionally working on call
5. Reporting back to the Regional Service Manager and team leader in your area

Requirements

The company has a preference for an individual from a forklift truck background due to the requirements of the role; however, this is not essential. They will also consider candidates with a background working within a closely related industry such as plant equipment, automotive, commercial vehicles or similar. You will be able to work well on your own and as part of a team whilst being able to develop your skill set and learn as you go. In terms of location, you will need to be based within the SY or CH postcode.

Benefits

1. Competitive salary dependent on experience (up to £36k)
2. Company Van
3. Paid door-to-door
4. Overtime opportunity paid time and a half over 40 hours
5. 25 days holiday + statutory
6. Competitive Pension Scheme
7. Healthcare

The Company

The company is an international manufacturer of forklift trucks, thus operating in the material handling industry. Part of a wider group, they’re also involved in supplying various other types of warehouse equipment and are one of the most well-known brands within the material sector, being a true market leader. Having obtained consistent growth for the last 30 years, they’re expecting this to continue and are therefore looking to bring on new service engineers to increase market share further.