Forklift Engineer

2 months ago


Crowborough, United Kingdom Jungheinrich UK Ltd Full time

Field-Based Forklift Service Engineer



For a complete understanding of this opportunity, and what will be required to be a successful applicant, read on.

Location: TN Postcode Area, United Kingdom


Are you a skilled and experienced Field-Based Forklift Service Engineer with a passion for engineering? Join Jungheinrich, a global leader in material handling equipment and solutions. We are currently looking for a Field-Based Forklift Service Engineer based in the TN Postcode area to join our team.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Repair: Utilize your technical proficiency to diagnose and efficiently repair various forklift models, addressing electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical issues at customer locations.
  • Routine Maintenance: Conduct scheduled maintenance on forklifts at customer sites to ensure optimal performance and extend their operational life.
  • Troubleshooting: Apply problem-solving skills to identify and resolve issues promptly, minimizing downtime for our clients.
  • Safety Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to safety regulations and standards during all on-site repair and maintenance activities, conducting thorough inspections and making necessary adjustments.
  • Documentation: Maintain comprehensive records of all service activities, including detailed reports on repairs, inspections, and preventive maintenance, while working remotely.
  • Customer Interaction: Collaborate with customers on-site to understand their specific requirements, provide technical support, and ensure a high level of customer satisfaction.


Qualifications and Skills:

  • Experience within a Mechanical or electrical engineering role
  • Experience with diagnostics
  • Familiarity with health and safety standards
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Effective communication and customer service skills.
  • Ability to work independently and manage time effectively while in the field.


Benefits:

  • 25 days holidays, plus 8 bank holidays
  • Stakeholder Pension matching up to 10% contributions
  • One of the most comprehensive Private Medical Insurance Policies available. Free to all employees as a taxable benefit, with additional option of adding on partners/children at a small cost
  • Income Protection Scheme
  • Employee discount platform - The Jungheinrich employee discount platform allows all our employees to access discounts and cashback on 100’s of high street and internet brands, together with a concierge service which will help with travel bookings, theatre tickets, and restaurant reservations
  • 6 x death in service
  • Voluntary Schemes:

o Simply Health

o BUPA

o Eye Care


If you are a skilled Field-Based Forklift Service Engineer with a focus on on-site repair and maintenance, ready to contribute your expertise to a global leader in material handling solutions, we want to hear from you Please submit your resume below.