Field Service Engineer

  • SYMMETRY RECRUITMENT LTD
  • Dewsbury, Yorkshire
  • Jul 22, 2025
Full time Engineering

Job Description

Job Title: Forklift Engineer - Field based

Salary: 35- 41K PA DOE

Location: Bolton and surrounding area

Benefits:

  • Pension
  • Life assurance
  • Access to discounts at various retailers
  • Company vehicle

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform servicing, repair, and maintenance of diesel, and electric forklift trucks, including hydraulic systems, transmissions, engines, and batteries
  • Diagnose electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic faults and execute corrective repairs on-site or in workshop environments
  • Carry out preventative maintenance and respond to emergency breakdowns swiftly and effectively.
  • compliance and safety standards
  • Complete accurate job sheets, service reports, parts usage logs, and client communications for each assignment
  • Maintain van stock levels, liaise with parts controllers or service managers, and escalate quotes for major repairs

Required Qualifications & Skills

  • NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance, Motor Vehicle Engineering, Plant Maintenance, or equivalent vocational qualification or higher
  • Proven experience in mechanical, hydraulic, and basic electrical fault finding, ideally including forklift trucks or plant machinery
  • Full UK driving licence is essential
  • Strong analytical and diagnostic skills, proficiency using diagnostic tools or handheld devices
  • Excellent customer service and communication skills, with the ability to work independently or within a team