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Career Opportunity: Field Service Engineer

The Company

Northern Lift Trucks has been trading since 1985 and are a leading supplier of telescopic handlers, forklifts, loaders and excavators for the construction, agricultural & industrial markets throughout Northern Ireland and Co. Donegal. The business represents world leading brands Manitou and Hyundai Construction Equipment.

Northern Lift Trucks is a growing and ambitious company with a strong reputation in their marketplace and they have grown through the hard work and commitment of a dedicated team of employees.

Northern Lift Trucks is now actively seeking to fulfil the role of Field Service Engineer.

The Role

Northern Lift Trucks are seeking an experienced Field Service Engineer to be based at our Upper Ballinderry office, this role will be covering Northern Ireland and Co. Donegal. 

Experience in any of these products will be an advantage; Forklifts, Telehandlers, Access Equipment, Excavators, Wheel Loaders, Articulated Dump Trucks.

If you are looking to take the next step in your automotive career from Heavy Goods Vehicles or Diesel Power Systems please apply as full training is offered.

On a day-to-day basis, this includes:

  • Service and repair Manitou Handling Equipment and Hyundai Construction Equipment including other brands of miscellaneous equipment.
  • Identify mechanical problems, using technical knowledge and computerised diagnostic equipment, offering guidance and advice to the customer.
  • Carrying out duties in a commercially focused way, seeking additional service revenue opportunities and promoting our aftermarket solutions.
  • Work in line with quotations and time guides, highlighting to management where additional work may be required.
  • Ensure software updates are installed as new versions are released.
  • Complete tablet inputs, electronic reports and timesheets in ‘real time’ providing comprehensive details of the work undertaken.
  • Order parts for your work as necessary and to return parts in a clean condition and at the time of job completion.
  • Attend any relevant product or systems training courses.

The Candidate

Essential Criteria

The right candidate must have the following:

  • A formal engineering qualification in Plant Maintenance, Agricultural / HGV Mechanics or related discipline.
  • Relevant experience in the repair and maintenance of heavy construction plant, including proven technical competence on diesel engines, transmissions, drive lines, hydraulics and electrics.
  • Advanced diagnostic and trouble shooting skills and comprehensive understanding of hydraulics, electrics and EATS.
  • Ability to communicate efficiently with colleagues, management and customers.
  • Confident using computer systems.

Ideal candidates will also possess experience with specific equipment relevant to our industry, although training will be provided for those who demonstrate the right aptitude and enthusiasm for learning.

The Package

  • Competitive Salary
  • Access to Employee Health & Discount Schemes
  • Company Pension
  • Career in a long standing family owned company
  • Free On-site parking
  • Cycle to work scheme

To Apply

Please e-mail a copy of your CV to gary.mclorn@northern-group.co.uk

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.