Forklift Engineer

The Role
We are looking for an experienced and motivated Forklift Engineer to join our clients growing service team. You will be responsible for the maintenance, servicing, fault diagnosis and repair of a wide range of forklift trucks and materials handling equipment, both in the workshop and at customer sites.
This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on engineer who takes pride in delivering high-quality service and building strong customer relationships.
Key Responsibilities
Service, maintain and repair forklift trucks (diesel, LPG and electric)
Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faults
Carry out LOLER inspections (where qualified)
Complete service reports and documentation accurately
Provide a high level of customer service on site
Work efficiently to agreed schedules and response times
Skills & Experience Required
Proven experience as a Forklift Engineer or Plant/Materials Handling Engineer
Strong mechanical and electrical fault-finding skills
Experience with hydraulic systems
Ability to work independently and manage workload
Good communication and customer-facing skills
Full UK driving licence
Desirable (but not essential)
Experience across multiple forklift brands
Previous field service experience
Benefits
Competitive salary with overtime opportunities
Company van and fuel card
Mobile phone and tablet
Ongoing training and development
Pension scheme and holiday entitlement
Supportive team environment with long-term career prospects
To apply, please send a copy of your CV and a covering letter to alex . drury @ nmsrecruit . com or, alternatively, submit your application via the link below



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