Field Service Engineer

I am working with a fantastic client throughout the UK and looking to recruit an experienced field service material handling engineer, ideally mechanically biased in the Stevenage/Hitchin area. This role offers extensive training and career progression.

Responsibilities for this role include:

• To find, diagnose and rectify faults on customer FLT's as deemed necessary, with all that this entails, and order the necessary spare parts as efficiently as possible.
• To provide reliable information to the customer with regards to maintenance, consultation on repairs and to provide advice on the use of equipment and updates on repairs.
• Ensure automated system and all paperwork (job sheets, timesheets and purchase requisitions and parts paperwork) /IT systems are.
• To liaise with the Service Controller, customer and Service Manager to ensure information regarding individual forklifts and equipment is shared.
• To make proposals for the improvements and ensuring that Engineering Standards and Safe Working Practices are followed at all times.
• Monitor stock levels/movement records and obtain hour meter readings /site information at every visit.
• Ensure all company issued equipment and tooling (including van, laptop, printer etc) is kept in a satisfactory, clean and safe condition and report any failures

Ideally to apply for this role you will have:

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent associated occupation.
• Mechanical hydraulic and/or electrical competencies.
• Hold a full and valid driving licence.
• Fantastic communication skills to liaise with customers and internal colleagues.
• Sound IT knowledge/skills, e.g. word, Excel, email.
• Ability to prioritise and work independently and as part of a team. Also work under own initiative.
• A positive, flexible approach and can-do attitude.
• Previous experience working as a forklift technician, plant fitter, plant or vehicle technician ideally and from motor, plant or agricultural background.

What's in It for You?

• A competitive salary of up to £42,000.
• Overtime available
• Options to take a 40 hour contract or 45 hour contract
• A Monday to Friday shift pattern - 8am - 4.30pm
• Career development opportunities, with tailored training and the potential for internal promotions.
• The chance to join a forward-thinking business that values and rewards talent.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Send your CV today and take the next step in your career with a company that invests in your future.