Field Service Engineer

JC44 – Field Service Engineer
Location – Wednesbury
Salary – Up to £29,000 DOE
Overview:
First Military Recruitment is working in partnership with our client to recruit a Field Service Engineer in Wednesbury.
The Field Service Engineer will be responsible for servicing and repairing forklift trucks at designated customer and our clients material handling limited (DGMH) locations.
Duties and Responsibilities:

• Diagnosing, repairing and servicing forklift trucks at designated locations with minimal supervision, in a safe and economic manner, employing such skills and knowledge as required at minimum cost to the Company.
• Ensuring all repairs carried out are reported in writing, together with parts used and time taken, on a Company service/maintenance report.
• Examining fork trucks and reporting verbally or in writing regarding their condition.
• Ensuring any Company tools and equipment issued are maintained in a clean and tidy condition.
• Ensuring the Company vehicle (service van) is kept clean and tidy at all times.
• Ensuring safe working practices are always observed while observing all health and safety regulations applicable at customer locations.
• Reporting any defective tools or equipment to the Branch Manager immediately.
• Maintaining good contact with all designated customers whilst acting in the best interests of the Company.

Skills and Experience:

• The job holder must hold a full, valid UK driving licence.
• Mechanical knowledge on material handling equipment is essential.
• Fully skilled Fork Truck Lift Fitter.
• Ability to work on diesel, LPG and electronic systems.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently to a high standard, with a great degree of care.
• Applicants from Ex-Military candidates are encouraged.

In return our client offers:

• Core hours: 07.30 - 17.00hrs, Monday to Friday.
• Annual leave - 33 days, including 1 day for your birthday and the chance to buy up to 5 extra days.
• Pension Scheme.
• Bonus/Commission Schemes.
• Life Assurance.
• Yearly health checks/screenings.
• Well-being team.
• Seasonal gifts.