Field Service Engineer (Forklift Trucks)

Alexander James Recruiting is currently working with a leading material handling manufacturer who are looking to recruit a new field-based forklift service engineer to service their client base around Basingstoke. With a competitive salary & overtime opportunity plus numerous other benefits, this is a great opportunity for an experienced engineer interested in a new role. Responsibilities Servicing a client based around the Basingstoke area Supporting with PDIs and installing aftermarket parts at the customer’s request Travelling nationally and supporting teams across England & Wales when required Ensuring excellent customer service and representing the company in the right way when servicing & repairing forklifts & other equipment Reporting to the Regional Service ManagerRequirements The company have a preference for an individual from a forklift truck background, but this is not essential. The company is open to considering candidates from other backgrounds including plant, powered access, automotive/commercial vehicles or cranes. You will be able to work well on your own with your own initiative and have good customer-facing skills. Ultimately, the company are after an individual with the right attitude and work ethic. In terms of location, you can be based anywhere around Basingstoke. Benefits Competitive salary – up to £34k (dependant on experience) Overtime paid time and a half Up to 5% annual bonus Company van Paid door to door Monthly contribution to home broadband 26 days holiday + statutoryThe Company The company is an international manufacturer of forklift trucks, thus operating in the material handling industry. Part of a wider group, they’re also involved in supplying various other types of warehouse equipment and are one the most well-known brands within the material sector, being a true market leader. Having obtained consistent growth for the last 30 years, they’re expecting this to continue and are therefore looking to bring in new engineers to service the consistently expanding client base