Field Service Engineer in Cranbrook, Kent

Energy Jobline CVL; Cranbrook; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading material handling company in Cranbrook is seeking a Field Service Engineer to service, repair, and maintain various material handling equipment. The ideal candidate has a background in mechanical and electrical engineering, strong customer service skills, and experience working unsupervised. This full-time role offers a career built on innovation, alongside permanent benefits and opportunities for personal growth.

Benefits

Permanent company benefits

Overtime available

Qualifications

• Suitable for engineers with a background in maintenance/service.
• Experience in customer-facing roles preferred.
• Ability to work unsupervised is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Visit client sites for servicing and repairs.
• Manage parts stock and complete service reports.
• Perform preventative maintenance on material handling equipment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical knowledge

Customer service experience

Full driving license

Job description

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Field Service Engineer

Join Jungheinrich UK where they offer more than just employment - it provides a career journey built on innovation, sustainability, and global impact. From the first point of contact, candidates experience a recruitment process that is smooth, transparent, and inspiring. Whether applying for roles in engineering, sales, service, or support, individuals join a company that values personal growth and forward‑thinking solutions.

In this role you'll:

The successful candidate will visit various client sites in the area in order to carry out servicing, repairs, and preventative maintenance on a wide range of Jungheinrich material handling equipment and forklift trucks. You will be responsible for the management and control of the parts stock and completing service reports and timesheets.

Additional information:

• Monday - Friday
• 7:30am - 16:00pm
• Overtime Available
• Permanent company benefits

Who are we looking for?

This position will be suitable for mechanically and electrical biased engineers from any type of maintenance / service background specifically general automotive technicians, HGV, mobile plant, forklift, or ex forces military vehicle engineers. Given the nature of the role, the ideal candidate will hold a full driving license and have previous experience in a customer‑facing environment. Additionally, having previously worked unsupervised would be a benefit.

ABOUT JUNGHEINRICH

Jungheinrich is a global leader in material handling and intralogistics, with a workforce of over 21,000 employees worldwide. Established in 1953 in Hamburg, the company has evolved from a small workshop into a pioneer of logistics technology. From the iconic Ameise® pallet truck to advanced automated warehouse systems, Jungheinrich continues to shape the future of intralogistics. The UK operations benefit from a robust service infrastructure, supported by 6,200 service engineers worldwide and a 24‑hour spare parts delivery system. Whether supporting customers with tailored solutions or contributing to the development of next‑electric trucks, employees at Jungheinrich UK play a vital role in shaping the future of intralogistics.

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