Senior Field Service Engineer (Forklift Trucks)

Bury St Edmunds, Bury Saint Edmunds, UK Alexander James Recruiting Alexander James Recruiting is currently working with a well-established, expanding material handling company looking to recruit a new field-based forklift service engineer to service their client base across Bury St. Edmunds and the surrounding areas. With a competitive salary & overtime opportunity plus numerous other benefits, this is a great opportunity for an experienced forklift engineer interested in a new role.  Responsibilities Servicing forklifts for businesses around the Bury St. Edmunds and the surrounding areas Carrying out preventative maintenance and product installations  Working on other material handling equipment to include pallet trucks and reach trucks where necessary   Reporting to the Service Manager to ensure all equipment servicing is carried out efficiently  Coordinating with the customers, resolving any queries to the customers’ satisfactionRequirements  The company have a preference for an individual from a forklift truck background ideally with experience of working in field service. You will be able to work well on your own with your own initiative and have good customer facing skills. Ultimately, the company are after an individual with the right attitude and work ethic. In terms of location, you can be based within commutable distance of Bury St. Edmunds.  Benefits Competitive salary dependent on experience (Up to £45,000 depending on experience) Overtime opportunity - Paid time-and-a-half Company vehicle Phone + tablet 24 days holiday + bank holidays Competitive pension schemeThe Company  The company is a nationwide dealer of forklift trucks, thus operating in the material handling industry. Selling a variety of products, including one of the world’s leading brands, the company have been operating for over 50 years and already have a firm foothold in the East and South Midlands. Due to continued expansion, they’re looking to make a further impact across the south as a dealer for a well-known truck mounted product