Forklift Service Engineer

48 Days Old

Exciting Career Opportunity – Field Service Engineer | DA & BR Postcodes

We are recruiting on behalf of a global manufacturer of forklift trucks and warehouse equipment who is seeking skilled Field Service Engineers to join their team. This is a dynamic role where no two days are the same. You’ll work across a wide range of products—from agile pallet trucks to robust counterbalance machines, very narrow aisle (VNA) trucks, and automated solutions.

Benefits include:

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Competitive salary based on experience

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Choice of 40-hour or 45-hour working week (Monday to Friday)

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Shift premiums and overtime opportunities (time & a half, double time, bank holidays)

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25 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays

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Additional leave based on long service milestones

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Company pension scheme with employer contribution

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Employee discount and incentive schemes

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Full induction and world-class technical training

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Long-term career development and progression opportunities

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Company laptop, phone, specialist tools, and PPE

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Full forklift licence provided

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Paid travel “door-to-door” with average 30-minute customer travel

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Company van and fuel card, with option for private use

Role & Responsibilities:

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Diagnose and resolve technical issues to keep equipment running at peak efficiency

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Conduct preventative maintenance checks

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Travel to customer sites to service forklifts and material handling equipment

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Build strong customer relationships while delivering exceptional technical support

Ideal Candidate:

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Experience as a vehicle technician, mechanical engineer, forklift technician, plant fitter, or similar role

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Experience with plant equipment, powered access, agricultural machinery, motor vehicles, or industrial cleaners is desirable

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NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) preferred but not essential

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Comfortable using IT equipment for record-keeping and ordering

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Full UK driving licence

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Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team

If you’re looking for a hands-on role with excellent training, development, and career progression in the material handling industry, this is the opportunity for you.

Please apply today or contact Oliver Cole @ Smart Search Technical
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Location:
Orpington
Salary:
£36,000 - £38,000 /annum Training and Career Development
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Engineering

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