Are you an experienced Battery Engineer with a background in forklift battery repair and a passion for delivering excellent service? Do you enjoy working independently and solving technical challenges on-site? If so, we want to hear from you!
We are currently recruiting for a Forklift Battery Engineer to cover the Reading and surrounding areas. This is a field-based role with no call-out requirements, offering autonomy and flexibility for the right candidate.
Location: Reading and surrounding areas
Hours: Monday - Friday (8-hour shifts)
Salary: upto £35,000 (DOE) + Company Van, Equipment & Benefits
Contract: Permanent
Duties:
Maintain and repair battery systems on customer sites.
Carry out battery topping, cleaning, and maintenance.
Liaise with customers and provide excellent service and communication.
Submit job sheets and reports to head office on a weekly basis.
Safely prepare equipment for transportation.
Build strong relationships with customers and internal teams.
Work closely with the service department to plan and prioritise jobs.
Support shift cover for sickness and holiday when required.The ideal candidate must:
Have strong electrical knowledge and experience in battery repair (charger repair desirable).
Hold a full UK Driving Licence (company van provided).
Be confident, professional, and well-organised.
Have excellent communication skills and a customer-focused attitude.
Be able to work independently and manage a busy workload.
Be diligent, conscientious, and capable of working under pressure.
Have experience in an MHE background (desirable but not essential).
Be IT literate and comfortable using documentation tools.Benefits:
Company pension
Flexible schedule
Overtime opportunities
On-the-job training and developmentIf this role sounds of interest to you then please apply with an up-to-date CV.
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