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Forklift Service Engineer

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Trade · Sydney, NSW, Australia · Full-Time · Discussed at interview · Visa: Employer sponsored

Sydney's material-handling sector needs a Forklift Service Engineer. The job is full-time and suits skilled people with proven capability, reliable workmanship and a sound understanding of forklifts and related equipment. Applicants are assessed on verified experience, technical knowledge and diagnostic ability.

You will apply mechanical and technical skills to a range of forklifts and associated equipment in a professional Australian environment, and the last two requirements below explain the visa and skills assessment conditions.

Your CV should list the forklift brands and systems you have serviced, your trade qualification and the fault-finding you do best. Shape a Sydney forklift service engineer CV with Build AI CV.

Key Responsibilities

  • Look after forklifts and related material handling gear: service, repair and maintenance, both in the workshop and at customer premises
  • Use your know-how to pinpoint faults, run diagnostics and put proper fixes in place
  • Perform planned preventative maintenance so machines stay safe, reliable and productive
  • Respond quickly and professionally when customers need technical help
  • Examine the state of equipment and report back with accurate assessments and recommended repairs
  • Write up service paperwork and log every inspection, repair and completed job accurately
  • Test and fine-tune machines until they run safely and efficiently
  • Work with a strong safety mindset, complying with Australian workplace health and safety requirements
  • Learn from experienced technicians and service teams, and grow your product and technical knowledge through ongoing training and mentoring while working with customers
  • Keep tools, equipment and work areas safe and orderly, and show the organisation at its best through quality work, clear communication and customer-focused service

Requirements & Eligibility

  • Demonstrated experience as a Forklift Service Engineer, Service Technician, Maintenance Technician or similar technical role
  • Trade qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Heavy Equipment or a related discipline, backed by practical industry experience
  • Minimum three years of hands-on experience servicing, repairing or maintaining forklifts and material handling equipment
  • Strong mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and technical troubleshooting ability
  • Experience diagnosing faults and carrying out preventative and corrective maintenance
  • Good English for dealing with customers and colleagues
  • Proven commitment to quality workmanship, workplace safety and professional standards
  • Able to supply verified employment history, qualifications and supporting evidence of skills
  • Ability to meet applicable Australian visa sponsorship and skills assessment requirements, plus the motivation to put technical skills and industry experience to work in a professional environment

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