Forklift Engineer

AR883 - Forklift Engineer

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne

Salary: £32,000 - £37,000 + Overtime + Van

Overview:

First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Forklift Engineer on behalf of one of our clients.

The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out routine maintenance and repairs to long/short term machines and customers owned equipment. Ensuring best practice with quality and professionalism are met at all times and to maintain customer satisfaction.

Our client strongly encourages applications from ex-military personnel however, all candidates will be considered.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsible for commissioning, maintenance and servicing of equipment and plant machinery.
Repair, maintain, and service forklift trucks
Repair or replace faulty parts
Request parts via PDA
Report to Service Co-ordinator for scheduled work
Maintain and develop relationships with Customers
Follow Service Team procedures.
Adhere to site Health & Safety requirements.
Pursue personal development of skills and knowledge necessary for effective performance of the role and attend training courses as required.
Adhere to company Quality and Compliance responsibilities, and policies and procedures.
Adhere to Health & Safety responsibilities and procedures
The above is not an exhaustive list of duties and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your changing role within the organisation and the overall business objectives of the organisation.
Skills and Qualifications:

NVQ in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)
Numeracy skills
Knowledge of Forklift trucks
Analytical with an eye for detail
Excellent communications skills
Professional and strong interpersonal skills
Able to work to tight deadlines
Flexible and willing to contribute by helping others
Courteous, friendly and tactful
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne

Salary: £32,000 - £37,000 + Overtime + Van