Apprentice Resident Engineer – Northampton

Job Description

A forklift truck service (workshop) engineer will diagnose and solve forklift faults, maintain equipment, and provide excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair and carry out planned maintenance of forklifts to Crown specifications.
• Develop knowledge of workshop procedures through on‑job training and colleague shadowing.
• Attend manufacturers’ training and other relevant courses.
• Complete Crown administrative procedures – worksheets, timesheets, etc.
• Maintain cleanliness and security of customer forklifts in the workshop.
• Manage tools and spare parts – ensure correct use and issue.
• Follow Crown company, legislative and Health & Safety procedures.
• Ensure all work meets industry and Crown standards under close supervision.
• Build and maintain good relationships with customers, colleagues and managers.
• Undertake other duties as reasonably requested by Crown.

Essential Skills

• Willingness to learn and follow instructions.
• Keen interest in engineering.
• Friendly and able to build relationships with customers and colleagues.
• A* – C grades (or equivalent) in Maths and English.
• IT literate – familiar with Microsoft Word, Excel or equivalent.
• Ability to work efficiently, accurately and meet deadlines.
• High motivation, flexibility and dependability.
• Good interpersonal, communication and literacy skills.
• Capacity to prioritise workload and work independently.
• Aptitude for practical science or engineering.

Desirable Skills

• Demonstrable interest in mechanical engineering from school or hobby activities.

Vacancy Details

Hours of work: Monday to Friday – 8 hours.

Pay and benefits: Competitive compensation and participation, company pension plan, 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, tooling support, discount scheme, and employee health benefits.

Eligibility

Apprentice positions available.

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