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Vehicle Technician
Hodfin
Ipswich
On-site
GBP 40,000 - 50,000
Full time
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Job summary
An established industry player in the Material Handling sector is seeking a dedicated Vehicle Technician/Forklift Engineer to join their field service team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work with a variety of clients, providing essential maintenance and repair services for forklifts. With a competitive salary package and realistic OTE, you will benefit from comprehensive training and support to excel in your role. Enjoy a great work-life balance with a 45-hour week, generous holiday allowance, and numerous perks including a company van and enhanced benefits. If you have a strong work ethic and a customer-focused approach, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
Benefits
Qualifications
- Full UK driving licence with less than 6 points required.
- Experience in repairing wheeled vehicles is essential.
Responsibilities
- Servicing and maintaining forklift trucks in the field.
- Diagnosing electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic faults.
Skills
Education
Tools
Job description
Vehicle Technician / Forklift Engineer, Field Service
Location: Ipswich & Surrounding Area
Salary: Up to £40k Basic (DOE), realistic £50k+ OTE + great benefits listed below:
Our Client is a market leading manufacturer within the Material Handling sector. They are looking for candidates who could be from the following industries with solid transferable skills:
- Forklift Engineering
- Automotive - Vehicle Technicians or Roadside Recovery
- Armed Forces - e.g. REME
- Agricultural or Construction Plant
- HGV, LGV or PSV
You’ll receive first class initial and on-going training to enable you to do your job well. Based in the field you will look after customers in your region. Responsibilities include:
- Servicing, maintaining & attending breakdowns of forklift trucks.
- Diagnosing electrical, mechanical & hydraulic faults.
Minimum requirements for this role:
- Full UK driving licence (less than 6 points)
- Experience repairing wheeled vehicles.
- NVQ Level 3 or Equivalent in relevant engineering area would be an advantage.
- A Can-Do attitude with strong work ethic.
- A good customer focused approach to your work.
What they offer:
- Basic up to £40k depending on experience.
- £50k Realistic OTE in the first year
- 45 hour week
- 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
- Free Uniform Laundering & Van Washing
- Shopping Discounts available
- Full Manufactures Specialist Training
- Company Van (Personal Use Available)
- Phone & PDA
- Paid Door to Door
- Pension Contribution 10%
- Specialist Tools Provided
- Enhanced Paternity & Maternity Scheme
- Specsavers Discount Vouchers
- Sick Pay & Occupational Scheme
- Life Assurance x 4
- Days - Monday - Friday
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