Field Service Engineer (Specialist Forklifts) in Newcastle upon Tyne

Field Service Engineer (Specialist Forklifts) in Newcastle upon Tyne

Newcastle upon Tyne Full-Time 36500 £ / year No working from home possible
Alexander James Recruiting

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Service specialist forklift trucks and ensure top-notch customer satisfaction across the North East.
  • Company: Established provider of material handling equipment with a strong team culture.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary up to £40k, company vehicle, bonus opportunities, and generous holiday allowance.
  • Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for career growth and development.
  • Why this job: Join a growing company and make a real impact in the material handling industry.
  • Qualifications: Engineering background preferred; hydraulics knowledge is a plus.

ALEXANDER JAMES RECRUITING is currently working with a provider of specialist material handling equipment who are seeking a new Field Engineer to service their client base across the north of England from the North East with the occasional trip to Scotland. With a competitive package, this is a great opportunity for an experienced engineer looking to get into a new role with a provider of specialist forklift truck products.

Responsibilities:

  • Servicing a fleet of material handling equipment to include specialist forklift trucks across the North East and further afield when required.
  • Reporting to the Service Manager to ensure all equipment servicing is carried out efficiently.
  • Working alongside the rest of the engineering team to maintain a high level of customer service.
  • Developing a knowledge of the company’s customer base and representing the company in the right manner when attending customer sites.

Requirements:

  • The successful candidate will ideally have a strong background in engineering within the Material Handling industry, but this is not essential.
  • Open to candidates with backgrounds in Agriculture, Construction, Commercial Vehicles or Automotive.
  • Preference for candidates that have a strong understanding of hydraulics and are able to work well on their own initiative.
  • Location: Based within the North East area since the customers are based in this region with some requirements further afield.

Benefits:

  • Basic of up to £40k depending on experience (based on a 45hr week).
  • Company vehicle.
  • Bonus opportunity.
  • 25 days + bank holidays (increasing with time served).
  • Healthcare scheme.
  • Life Insurance.

The Company:

Our client is a provider of a specialist product range of material handling equipment. Having been established as a UK entity for over 20 years, the organisation supplies predominantly the timber, metal and plastic industries with a number of applications, including an electric product. Operating as an SME in the UK, the company promotes a team ethos and provides numerous benefits to its people. Due to continuous market growth, the company are now seeking a new Field Service Engineer to join the team and work on a national basis.

Alexander James Recruiting

Contact Details:

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We think you need these skills to ace Field Service Engineer (Specialist Forklifts) in Newcastle upon Tyne

Engineering Background
Material Handling Knowledge
Hydraulics Understanding
Customer Service Skills
Self-Initiative
Team Collaboration
Problem-Solving Skills