At a Glance
- Tasks: Service and repair equipment on customer sites while ensuring safety and quality.
- Company: Join Crown Lift Trucks, a leading material handling company with 80 years of innovation.
- Benefits: Enjoy a company van, pension plan, 25 days holiday, and discounts on major UK brands.
- Other info: Work Monday to Friday with a supportive team and excellent career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a dynamic role with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Qualifications: Knowledge in mechanical or electrical engineering; GCSEs in English and maths required.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 40000 £ per year.
About The Company
Crown Lift Trucks Ltd is one of the world’s largest material handling companies with a reputation for award‑winning product design, advanced engineering and technology, as well as superior after‑sales service. Founded in 1945, the family‑owned company places the customer at the heart of its business and has an 80‑year history of designing, manufacturing and distributing innovative solutions that improve productivity and operating efficiency.
Job Description
To carry out service and repairs to equipment on customer sites in a safe, professional and cost‑effective manner, maintaining documentation of all works carried out in line with Health and Safety and Quality procedures. The role will involve working to a planned schedule of service and maintenance jobs at client premises and ensuring van stock is monitored and sufficient for day‑to‑day maintenance of the fleet. Carry out inspections and monitor the safety of repaired and maintained trucks. Accurately complete job sheets, timesheets and purchase requisition and parts paperwork within required timescales. Take responsibility for all equipment and tooling (including van, laptop, tablet, etc.) and ensure it is in a safe condition for the type of work being undertaken. Work to strict planned schedules and deadlines.
To be considered for the role you will need knowledge of at least one of the following areas and be willing to receive additional training:
- Mechanical engineering
- Electrical engineering
- Hydraulics
Person Specification
Essential Skills
- Full UK driving licence
- Proficient fault finding and repair
- Minimum GCSE grade C in English and maths
- Experience with Health & Safety requirements in a workshop setting
- Commitment to continuing personal and professional development
- Excellent organisational and resourceful problem‑solving skills
- High standard of accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to multi‑task, prioritise workloads and meet tight deadlines
- Ability to work independently or in a team
- Clear oral and written communication skills
- Consultation and negotiation skills
- Flexibility to cope with diverse needs of the post
- Highly motivated and resilient under pressure
- Positive, personable and optimistic with a can‑do attitude
Desirable Skills
- Recent and relevant experience in forklift truck service environment
- Engineering qualification
Vacancy Details
Hours of Work: Monday to Friday, 08:00‑16:30 with a 30‑minute lunch break.
Company vehicle: A van and fuel card are provided (private use subject to tax).
Holidays: 25 days plus bank holidays.
Pension: Company pension plan.
Benefits
- Company van and fuel card (private use subject to tax regulations)
- Company pension plan
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Door‑to‑door payment
- Support with tooling
- Excellent discount scheme with access to major UK brands, including salary sacrifice options (childcare, technology, cars and parking, cycling, gyms)
- Employee assistance programme
