Forklift Engineer

Is it time to start thinking of a change in career and do you have a passion to move into the world of Material Handling Engineering? A global leading manufacturer has a newly created opportunity for a Resident Engineer to join one of their leading sites based in the Northampton area. They offer an exceptional training and development program, where you will have a 6-week training program and a full buddy system to support you in your career. They offer an impressive salary with an OTE of £40K+ in your first year and benefits package which includes PPE, Bonus Scheme, Company Pension Scheme, 25 days holidays + Bank Holidays and much more The role would suit a trained Car Mechanic/Vehicle Technician who has worked for a Car Dealership and looking to progress their career. Responsibilities: Servicing and repair of material handling equipment. Ordering of parts as efficiently as possible & ensuring all stock levels/movement records are accurate & correct Ensure all paperwork is completed accurately & within the stipulated time period & with the relevant order numbers Manage own work-in-progress Maintain a safe working environment & work in a safe manner Report any unsafe practices or potential hazards immediately To maintain familiarization with policies & procedures & adhere to these. E.g. IT Policy, absence policy, etc. Attend training courses to maintain up-to-date knowledge of equipment Requirements: NVQ Level 3 qualified in Plant, Vehicle Maintenance, or similar Preferably served a full apprenticeship Plant Fitters, FLT Engineers, Vehicle Technicians, HGV Technician or Ex forces will all be considered for this opportunity Technical experience in Engines, Electrics, and Diagnostics is compulsory. Salary and Benefits Competitive salary Bonus Scheme Overtime available over a standard 40-hour week paid at time and a half. Potential first-year salary is Circa to £40k Small company van Laptop and all IT equipment Provided Company Pension Scheme Life Cover Full training program for all new employees Ongoing training provided Career progression is available as some engineers progress into Field Based roles if that is their preference TPBN1_UKTJ