Depot Disposal Engineer

Reporting into the Depot Manager and liaising with the Fleet Disposal Manager, our Depot Fleet Disposal Engineers play an integral role within our self-sufficient workshops. As such you’ll be responsible for the repair, servicing and preparation of used plant equipment consisting of telehandlers, Roto telehandlers and heavy lift telehandlers of varying sizes, including a range of associated attachments through their end-of-life cycle.

This role would be suitable for light to heavy goods vehicle engineers who wish to gain exceptional knowledge, to develop their skill set and career into mobile plant engineering on a variety of different manufacturers.

• Safely repair and prepare end of life plant and attachments to a high standard and in a timely manner, following the company policies, procedures and set KPI’s
• Load or assist in the loading of used equipment onto arranged curtain-sider transport ready for delivery
• Assist with the necessary legal export documentation with the support of the Fleet Disposal Manager
• Ensure environmentally responsible disposal practices are followed for the disposal of hazardous material such as oils, tyres and electrical/battery items
• When considered necessary or appropriate by management you may be required to carry out any duties considered within your skill and competence to assist the smooth running of the business.

• Transferable mechanical background into plant engineering and repairs/preparation.
• Able to transition into plant engineering with on-the-job training.
• Knowledge of plant equipment desirable but not essential.
• "Can do" and "right first time" approach
• Service, repair and prepare telescopic forklift trucks and attachments.
• Good communicator and team player.
• Valid driving licence.
• Able to photograph and document job cards with the use of PDA/Tablet.
• To be self-motivated with the ability to work on own initiative or part of a team.
• Have the capacity for learning new skills/information quickly.
• Have a flexible attitude towards working additional hours as required.
• Prepared to take on additional training.

• Salary sacrifice pension
• 25 days holiday (increases with service), plus bank holidays & 1 extra day to be taken in the month of your birthday
• Free Tool Hire
• Life Assurance cover 3x salary
• Share save scheme
• Recommend a friend scheme
• Learning & Development – commitment to upskilling and developing our people, structured in house training available alongside external training where required
• Cycle to work scheme
• Long service recognition
• My Vp discounts – a variety of discounts and rewards on thousands of well-known brands
• Discounts on HP products
• EE mobile contract discount offers
• Health Shield (discounted premiums on health care cash plan)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Virtual GP Service
• Will Writing & Funeral Concierge Service
• Regit Assist 24/7 accident helpline – free joining
• All the above benefits are managed through our Employee Engagement Platform – Spotlight

UK Forks, a division of Vp plc, is a renowned leader in the UK's material handling industry. With a remarkable heritage dating back to Vibroplant's establishment in 1954, UK Forks has built a strong reputation as a trusted specialist in telescopic handlers and tracked access platforms hire.

At UK Forks, we understand the critical role that material handling plays in enhancing on-site productivity. We are dedicated to providing tailored equipment and solutions that meet the unique needs of our clients, fostering long-term partnerships and exceeding customer expectations.

Our success lies in the expertise and commitment of our team. As part of our workforce, you will join a company that values excellence and puts customers at the forefront. We…