Depot Service Engineer – Telehandlers & Forklifts

Manitou Group; Northampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading machinery company in Northampton is seeking a Depot Service Engineer to maintain and repair telehandlers and forklifts, ensure compliance with health and safety, and provide technical support to customers. The role demands strong mechanical understanding and excellent communication skills. Candidates should possess NVQ level two or above, a full clean driving licence, and experience in fault finding. This permanent position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Competent in electrical/hydraulic systems.
• Experienced in fault finding/diagnostics using a Laptop.
• Knowledge of mechanical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, and inspect telehandlers and forklifts.
• Repair and diagnose customers' machines in our depot.
• Provide Loler/Puwer inspection certifications.
• Liaise with the service dept for repair costs.
• Provide technical support to customers.

Skills

Excellent communication and negotiation skills

Problem solving skills

Teamwork

Customer service skills

Mechanical understanding

Reliability

Flexibility

Education

NVQ level two or above

Full clean driving licence

CSCS card

Tools

Google Sheets

Microsoft Office

Job description

A leading machinery company in Northampton is seeking a Depot Service Engineer to maintain and repair telehandlers and forklifts, ensure compliance with health and safety, and provide technical support to customers. The role demands strong mechanical understanding and excellent communication skills. Candidates should possess NVQ level two or above, a full clean driving licence, and experience in fault finding. This permanent position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with a supportive team.