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Forklift Service Engineer

Job Posted: 9 hours ago

Salary: £ 36,000 - 38,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Orpington, Greater London

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Exciting Career Opportunity – Field Service Engineer | DA & BR Postcodes

We are recruiting on behalf of a global manufacturer of forklift trucks and warehouse equipment who is seeking skilled Field Service Engineers to join their team. This is a dynamic role where no two days are the same. You’ll work across a wide range of products—from agile pallet trucks to robust counterbalance machines, very narrow aisle (VNA) trucks, and automated solutions.

Benefits include:

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    Competitive salary based on experience

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    Choice of 40-hour or 45-hour working week (Monday to Friday)

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    Shift premiums and overtime opportunities (time & a half, double time, bank holidays)

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    25 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays

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    Additional leave based on long service milestones

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    Company pension scheme with employer contribution

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    Employee discount and incentive schemes

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    Full induction and world-class technical training

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    Long-term career development and progression opportunities

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    Company laptop, phone, specialist tools, and PPE

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    Full forklift licence provided

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    Paid travel “door-to-door” with average 30-minute customer travel

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    Company van and fuel card, with option for private use

Role & Responsibilities:

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    Diagnose and resolve technical issues to keep equipment running at peak efficiency

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    Conduct preventative maintenance checks

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    Travel to customer sites to service forklifts and material handling equipment

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    Build strong customer relationships while delivering exceptional technical support

Ideal Candidate:

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    Experience as a vehicle technician, mechanical engineer, forklift technician, plant fitter, or similar role

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    Experience with plant equipment, powered access, agricultural machinery, motor vehicles, or industrial cleaners is desirable

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    NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) preferred but not essential

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    Comfortable using IT equipment for record-keeping and ordering

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    Full UK driving licence

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    Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team

If you’re looking for a hands-on role with excellent training, development, and career progression in the material handling industry, this is the opportunity for you.

Please apply today or contact Oliver Cole @ Smart Search Technical

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