Field Service Engineer; AGV’s​/Forklifts

Alexander James Recruiting is currently working with a leading manufacturer of AGV’s seeking a field service engineer to work with clients across the UK. With a great benefits package and earning potential through overtime, this could be a good opportunity for either an experienced engineer working on AGV’s, or a forklift truck engineer looking to get into automation.

• Servicing a client base across the UK fixing automated guided vehicles (AGV’s)
• Carrying out both routine preventative maintenance and reactive maintenance
• Installing & commissioning fleets of AGV’s
• Working on other related automated equipment as an when required
• Ensuring excellent customer service and representing the company in the right way when visiting customer sites
• Conducting risk assessments and ensuring that projects are carried out to industry safety standards

The company have a preference for an individual with a background in either AGV or forklift maintenance. Individuals with a background in forklifts must have a strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems as well as experience of working in field. You must also have relevant qualifications such as an NVQ in vehicle maintenance, a degree in Automation Engineering or similar.

It is also a requirement for the role that you hold a full, clean driver’s license. In terms of location, you will ideally be based in Buckinghamshire or within reasonable commutable distance. There will be an expectation to travel nationally and stay overnight as and when required.

• Competitive salary dependent on experience (Up to £44,000 depending on experience)
• Company Vehicle
• Overtime paid at time 1/2
• 25 days holiday + statutory

The company is an international manufacturer of robotics operating within Intralogistics and specializing in AGV’s. Having operated for over 60 years, they are now a renowned brand in the market and are considered one of the world’s leading specialists. With the capacity to design vehicles & software, integrate control systems and commission/maintain, they are able to offer their clients a complete AGV solution to suit their logistic needs.