Forklift Service Engineer

Forklift Service Engineer (Field/Mobile Mechanic/Vehicle Technician)

Location: Ipswich/Stowmarket

Hours: 8am to 4.30pm, Monday to Friday

Salary: A£32,000 - A£36,000 Starting Salary

Benefits: Paid Door to Door + Overtime at 1.5 and 2.0 + Fully Expensed Van (can be used for personal use) + Fuel Card + 6% Employer and 4% Employee Pension + Training Package + 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays + IT Equipment + Uniform and Washed Weekly + Shopping/Discount Vouchers

A Forklift Field Service Engineer role is available in a highly successful and international manufacturer of forklift trucks. You'll enjoy being in a mobile role offering comprehensive on-the-job training, an extensive benefits package, and progression routes.

The Forklift Service Engineer role will be suitable for engineers from any kind of plant, forklifts, HGV, agricultural, or similar equipment. This is also a great career opportunity for vehicle technicians looking to move into a new industry as the company will fully train you. You need to demonstrate mechanical service and repair skills, ideally having engine diagnostic and some basic electrical skills.

As part of a team in the area, you'll be responsible for carrying out planned maintenance and breakdown coverage on a range of forklifts and associated equipment in Ipswich and Stowmarket. No stay-away or extensive travel is required. Overtime is available if desired, mostly during the week.

The Forklift Service Engineer Role in Brief:

1. Carry out PPM and breakdown on materials handling machinery on a field service engineering basis
2. Reactive breakdown coverage within the allocated geographical area
3. Complete comprehensive training to become fully competent on all machinery and equipment
4. Spares placed in van overnight

1. Experience with plant, forklifts, HGV, agricultural, or similar equipment; automotive technicians/motor trade will also be suitable
2. Engine diagnostics and some basic electrical skills
3. Ideally hold a level 3 or equivalent in a relevant subject