Fork Lift Truck Engineer Workshop Based

Our client, established in 1989 provides a complete sales, maintenance, repair and hire service, meeting the materials handling requirements of businesses throughout all Yorkshire, North Derbyshire and North Nottinghamshire.
We are working with them to recruit a permanent, workshop based, experienced, fork truck technician to cover the demands of their expanding business. This is working at their site in Rotherham.

Key Responsibilities:

• To complete day to day service, repair and maintenance of forklift lift trucks, handling equipment and plant
• To complete inspections and safety checks in accordance with industry practice and regulations
• Complete fault finding and repairs to meet first-fix targets
• Sourcing of parts from internal or external suppliers
Communicate quickly/efficiently to ensure downtime is kept to a minimum and achieve first-fix targets
• Work to company procedures and current Health and Safety / COSHH regulations
• Continually seek and act upon opportunities for personal and team development
• Carry out other duties which may or may not be related to the job, as reasonably requested by management

Knowledge, Skills and Experience required:

Essential
• Recent and relevant experience of working in the forklift truck or related service environment
• Proficient in fault finding and repair
• Proven communication skills (written and verbal)

Desirable
• Experience of automotive, HGV, access platform, construction or other industrial vehicle service

Qualifications required:

Essential
• City and Guilds in Motor Vehicle Technology or equivalent
• Good standard of education
• Full driving licence

Desirable
• LOLER / CFTS Thorough Examination certification

Personal Qualities:

• Professional approach
• Ability to plan and prioritise effectively and work within tight deadlines
• Ability to remain calm under pressure
• Team player with a flexible approach and a willingness to learn

In return, the company will offer:
40 hours per week plus paid overtime
25+8 holidays
Contributory pension scheme
Paid health insurance scheme
Base Salary: £26,000per year+ depending on qualifications and experience.