Field Service Engineer (Forklift Trucks)

Field Service Engineer (Forklift Trucks)

Job Information

Industry Material Handling
Sector Service/Engineering
Location West Midlands
Package £35K - 45K
Overtime Opportunity + Company Vehicle + Commission Opportunity
Reference JB-1033

Job Description

Alexander James Recruiting are currently working with a fast-growing company based in the West Midlands who provide various material handling equipment and are looking to bring on new field service engineers to cover the Three Counties. With a competitive basic salary and the opportunity to work with an innovative new forklift product, this is a great opportunity for an engineer looking to get into a new role.

Responsibilities

  • Servicing the company’s fleet of forklift trucks across Herefordshire, Gloucestershire and Worcestershire
  • Maintaining various other types of material handling equipment where necessary to include pallet trucks, stackers and reach trucks
  • Regularly reporting back to the Service Manager with all service issues
  • Representing the company in the right way whilst out visiting customer sites

Requirements

The company have 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 other industries with a strong hydraulics/mechanical focus. Essentially, the company are looking for an individual with drive and a good work ethic who can develop a career with their business. In terms of location, you can be based anywhere within the Three Counties (HR, GL or WR postcodes).

Benefits

  • Competitive salary dependent on experience (Up to £45,000 depending on experience)
  • Overtime opportunity
  • Commission opportunity
  • Company van
  • Phone + Tablet
  • 20 days holidays + Bank Holidays including Christmas Shutdown
  • Pension Scheme

The Company

Based in the West Midlands, our client is a national provider of various handling equipment and sell through both trade and to the end user. Among the products they provide include pallet trucks, forklift trucks & attachments, bollards and guards, drum handling, lift tables and stacker trucks. The company have recently taken on an innovative product range and are now looking for a number of engineers to service their expanding client base.