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The Opportunity:
* Contract: Permanent
* Location: North Wales (various locations)
* Salary: up to £38,000 + Overtime
Established in 1986, Gwynedd Forklifts sells, hires, services, and repairs forklift trucks in North Wales. Now a multi-site operation with bases in Conwy, North Wales, and Oswestry, Shropshire, it is the largest material handling and powered access company in Wales. Acquired by The Briggs Equipment Group, a leading UK and Ireland asset management and maintenance solutions provider.
The Impact You Will Have:
1. Attending customer locations to assess work scope, priorities, and ensuring safe practices.
2. Liaising with controllers and customers on work expectations, timescales, and costs.
3. Diagnosing breakdowns promptly and sourcing parts cost-effectively, including consulting the Briggs Technical team when needed.
4. Ensuring work complies with engineering standards and manufacturer specifications.
5. Performing inspections and checks to ensure equipment safety and functionality before handover.
6. Identifying additional work and informing customers, maximizing revenue opportunities.
7. Completing all job and service documentation accurately with customer signatures.
What Will Help You To Excel In This Role:
* Relevant technical qualification
* Experience in a similar role
* Understanding of hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical principles
* Ability to work independently and under pressure
* Workload management and prioritization skills
* Customer needs understanding
What You Can Expect From Us:
* Salary up to £38,000
* Career development opportunities
* Contributory pension scheme
* Bonus scheme
* Company van
What's Next:
* Click 'apply now' to join Gwynedd Forklifts Ltd. A team member will contact you.
* Visit our careers page or send your CV for review if unsure about this role.
* Contact our Recruitment team for reasonable adjustments during the interview process.
Additional Details:
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Engineering and IT
* Industries: Civil Engineering
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