Field Service Engineer (Forklift Trucks)

Field Service Engineer (Forklift Trucks)

Job Information

Industry Material Handling
Sector Service/Engineering
Location South West and Wales
Package £27K - 35K
Company Van + Overtime Opportunity
Reference JB-1036

Job Description

Alexander James Recruiting is currently working with a well-established, expanding material handling company looking to recruit a new field-based forklift service engineer to service their client base around the South West. With a competitive salary & overtime opportunity plus numerous other benefits, this is a great opportunity for an experienced field engineer interested in a new role. 

Responsibilities

  • Servicing a client based around Wiltshire
  • Servicing forklift trucks & other material handling equipment 
  • Fixing other equipment including plant hire
  • Ensuring excellent customer service and representing the company in the right way when servicing & repairing forklifts & other equipment
  • Attending the workshop from time to time and occasionally working on call

Requirements 

The company have a preference for an individual from a forklift truck background but this is not essential. The company is open to considering candidates from other backgrounds including plant, powered access, automotive/commercial vehicles or other related sectors. You will be able to work well on your own with your own initiative and have good customer facing skills. Ultimately, the company are after an individual with the right attitude and work ethic. In terms of location, you can be based anywhere around the Wiltshire area. 

Benefits

  • Competitive salary dependent on experience (Up to £34,500 depending on experience)
  • Overtime opportunity - Paid time-and-a-half
  • Company vehicle
  • Phone + Tablet
  • 24 days holiday + Bank Holidays
  • Competitive pension scheme

The Company 

The company is a nationwide dealer of forklift trucks, thus operating in the material handling industry. Selling a variety of products, including one of the world’s leading brands, the company have been operating for over 50 years and already have a firm foothold in the East and South Midlands. Due to continued expansion, they’re looking to make a further impact across the south as a dealer for a well-known truck mounted product.