Alexander James Recruiting is currently working with a well-established, expanding material handling company looking to recruit a new workshop forklift service engineer to service their fleet of forklift trucks from the depot in Northamptonshire. With a competitive salary & overtime opportunity plus numerous other benefits, this is a great opportunity for an experienced engineer interested in a new role.
Responsibilities
Servicing a fleet of forklift trucks from the company’s depot in Northamptonshire
Servicing other material handling equipment as and when required
Repairing and restoring damaged forklifts so that they a ready for resale
Cooperating with the Service Manager and Workshop Manager to ensure service is carried out efficiently
Maintaining a safe and tidy workbench and overall workshopRequirements
The company have a preference for an individual from a forklift truck background but this is not essential. The company are open to considering candidates from other backgrounds including plant, powered access, commercial vehicles or cranes or other related sectors provided you have strong hydraulics and pneumatics experience. Ultimately, the company are after an individual with the right attitude and work ethic. In terms of location, you must be based in a commutable distance of the depot in Northamptonshire.
Benefits
Competitive salary dependent on experience (Up to £35,000 depending on experience)
Overtime opportunity paid time and a half
24 days holiday + statutory
Competitive pension schemeThe Company
The company are 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