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Resident Forklift Engineer (Wakefield)

First Military Recruitment Ltd
Wakefield
money-bag £35000 - £40000/annum
Posted: 12 October 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 11 November 2026
Ref: 225713929

AR924 – Resident Forklift Engineer

Location: Wakefield

Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 + Overtime + Benefits

Hours: An 8 hour day between the hours of 06:00 - 16:00 (Mon-Fri)

Overview:

First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Resident Forklift Engineer on behalf of one of our clients.

The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out routine maintenance and repairs to long/short term machines and customers owned equipment. Ensuring best practice with quality and professionalism are met at all times and to maintain customer satisfaction.

Our client strongly encourages applications from ex-military personnel however, all candidates will be considered.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Servicing and repair of forklift trucks and other lifting equipment.
  • Carrying out routine maintenance.
  • Checking oil and fuel levels.
  • Checking all related hoses and connections.
  • Steering and brake checks.
  • Basic electrical checks – brake lights etc.
  • Liaising with customers regarding their individual requirements.
  • Submit accurate parts requisition information to Head Office.
  • Acting as the face of the company and therefore acting as a brand ambassador.

Skills and Qualifications:

  • A good mechanical engineering background is essential.
  • Customer focused.
  • Ability to work as part of a team or on an individual basis where required.
  • Excellent time management skills
  • Excellent communication skills – both verbal and written.
  • Experience with forklift trucks, military, agricultural or plant equipment is highly desirable.
  • Full UK driving licence.

Benefits Package:

  • 40-hour working week, Monday to Friday (with exceptions at some customer sites).
  • Overtime opportunities: time and a half Monday to Saturday, double time on Sundays and Bank Holidays.
  • Company pension scheme with 6% employer contribution and minimum 4% employee contribution.
  • Employee discount scheme, offering deals with major UK brands.
  • Up to 60% off premium professional tools.
  • 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
  • Specialist product training.
  • Full forklift driver licence qualification.

Location: Wakefield

Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 + Overtime + Benefits

Hours: An 8 hour day between the hours of 06:00 - 16:00 (Mon-Fri)

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