Forklift Service Engineer

Forklift Service Engineer | Yeovil | Up to £42,000 per year

If you want a workshop to call your own and the autonomy to run it your way, this Forklift Engineer role is worth a serious look. You'll take full ownership of servicing and maintaining a fleet of 21 side loading Lancer Boss forklifts, with the trust to manage things independently.

As a Forklift Engineer, you will benefit from:

• Profit sharing scheme
• Company pension
• Free on-site parking
• Canteen facilities
• Regular company events
• Flexible working hours available
• Genuine autonomy running your own workshop

As a Forklift Engineer, your responsibilities will include:

• Managing and delivering planned maintenance across the forklift fleet
• Diagnosing faults and carrying out repairs on side loading forklifts
• Liaising with Operations and Logistics Managers to plan maintenance effectively
• Anticipating machine failures and preventing recurrence
• Managing spare parts stock and ordering as required
• Maintaining accurate written service and maintenance records

As a Forklift Engineer, your experience will include:

• At least 2 years' experience as a mechanic
• Experience with side loaders, forklifts and/or plant maintenance
• Strong mechanical, electrical and hydraulic understanding
• Good numeracy and literacy skills
• Forklift driving certificate (desirable)
• Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced environment

If you're ready to take charge of your own workshop and make the role your own, this is a genuine opportunity to do just that. Apply today with an up-to-date CV or call Ben Glover at Rubicon for more information.