Job Description
Job Title: Field Service Engineer - Forklifts
Location: South, Devon, Cornwall etc
Salary: Up to £36,000 per annum + Overtime + Company Van + Benefits
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Industry: Material Handling / Forklifts / Plant Equipment
About the Role:
We are seeking a reliable and experienced Field Service Engineer to join a well-established material handling company. You will be responsible for servicing, maintaining, and repairing forklift trucks and other materials handling equipment across customer sites in the South
Key Responsibilities:
Carry out servicing, maintenance, and repairs on a variety of forklift trucks (diesel, LPG, and electric).
Perform fault finding, diagnostics, and breakdown response.
Attend customer sites across the South of the country region.
Provide high levels of customer service and technical support.
Maintain service records and complete job reports accurately and promptly.
Ensure all work is carried out in compliance with health & safety standards.
Required Experience & Skills:
Previous experience as a field service engineer , forklift engineer , or in a similar mechanical/electrical maintenance role.
Strong knowledge of material handling equipment , plant machinery, or HGV/automotive engineering.
Familiarity with hydraulics, diesel engines, and electrical systems.
Full UK driving licence (essential).
Ability to work independently with excellent problem-solving skills.
Good communication and customer service skills.
Desirable Qualifications:
NVQ Level 2/3 in Plant Maintenance, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent.
FLT or forklift certification (advantageous, not essential).
Package Includes:
Basic salary up to £32,000 per annum (DOE)
Overtime available (OTE £36,000-£40,000+)
Company van + fuel card
Tools, uniform, and PPE provided
Mobile phone/tablet for job management
Pension scheme
22 days holiday + bank holidays
Ongoing training and development
Working Hours:
Monday to Friday - 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Occasional overtime and on-call work as required
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £30,000.00-£35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Company pension
Flexitime
Work Location: In person