Field Forklift Service Engineer

Acclaim Handling Limited; Rackheath; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Acclaim Handling Ltd is seeking a skilled Field Service Engineer to service and repair forklift trucks at customer sites, working from a depot base. You will liaise with the Service Manager and Controllers to plan timely interventions.

The role covers electrical, mechanical and hydraulic repairs, regular servicing of LPG/diesel/electric forklifts, and occasional overhauls, with emphasis on safety, compliance, and thorough examinations when qualified.

Qualifications

• Essential: qualification in forklift-related field or equivalent.
• Desirable: Thorough Examination Qualifications.
• Must hold a valid UK driving licence and be able to work unsupervised.

Responsibilities

• Repair electrical, mechanical and hydraulic components on forklift trucks at customer sites.
• Service LPG, diesel and electric forklifts to high standards with preventative maintenance.
• Perform partial or full strip-down overhaul of forklifts when required.
• Carry out battery checks and surveys; report findings.
• Accurately log time, parts, and customer sign-off; liaise with Service Manager and Parts Controller.

Skills

Good customer facing skills

Electrical / Mechanical Engineering

UK driving licence

Permit to work in the UK

Independently / unsupervised

Numerate

Literate

Computer literate

Education

City & Guilds / BTEC forklift field

Thorough Examination Qualifications

Job description

Acclaim Handling Ltd is seeking a skilled Field Service Engineer to service and repair forklift trucks at customer sites, working from a depot base. You will liaise with the Service Manager and Controllers to plan timely interventions.

The role covers electrical, mechanical and hydraulic repairs, regular servicing of LPG/diesel/electric forklifts, and occasional overhauls, with emphasis on safety, compliance, and thorough examinations when qualified.