Forklift Service Engineer
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Trade · Sydney, NSW, Australia · Full-Time · Discussed at interview · Visa: Employer sponsored
Customer-site repairs and workshop servicing both feature in this Sydney Forklift Service Engineer vacancy. The material-handling business needs someone whose mechanical knowledge is backed by verifiable experience and dependable diagnostic work. It is a full-time appointment involving forklifts and related equipment.
You will investigate faults, test repairs and carry out maintenance that supports safe, reliable operation. Customer communication and accurate service records are important parts of the job, alongside collaboration with experienced technicians and service teams. The eligibility and assessment conditions are set out in the requirements below.
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Key Responsibilities
- Carry out servicing, repairs and maintenance on forklifts and associated material-handling equipment at the workshop and customer premises
- Investigate faults, perform diagnostic checks and implement appropriate repairs
- Complete preventative maintenance programmes that support safe, productive and reliable machines
- Respond professionally and promptly to customer technical needs
- Inspect equipment condition, report accurate findings and recommend repairs
- Keep detailed service records of inspections, repairs and completed work, and test and adjust equipment for safe, efficient running
- Comply with Australian workplace health and safety requirements
- Develop product and technical knowledge through training, mentoring and collaboration with experienced technicians and service teams
- Maintain orderly, safe tools, equipment and workspaces and represent the organisation through workmanship, 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, supported by practical industry experience
- Minimum three years of hands-on experience maintaining, repairing or servicing forklifts and material handling equipment
- Strong mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and technical troubleshooting skills, including diagnostic, preventative and corrective maintenance experience
- Good English when communicating with customers and colleagues
- Proven commitment to workmanship quality, workplace safety and professional standards
- Able to provide verified employment history, qualifications and evidence of skills
- Able to meet applicable Australian visa sponsorship and skills assessment requirements, with motivation to apply technical skills and industry experience professionally
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