Forklift Engineer

Platinum Recruitment Consultancy; Corby; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

32 days annual leave incl bank hols

Pension

Life assurance

Staff discounts

Wellbeing support

Career development

Manufacturer training

Job summary

Platinum Recruitment Consultancy in Corby is seeking an experienced Forklift Engineer to join an established forklift business in Corby. This is a workshop-based role, servicing, maintaining, diagnosing and repairing forklift trucks and materials handling equipment.

You will work with an experienced engineering team, access manufacturer training and support, and develop skills across modern forklift equipment. The role offers £30,000-£35,000 per year, 32 days leave incl.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as Forklift Engineer or similar
• Strong mechanical fault-finding skills
• Experience with hydraulic systems and electrical systems
• Experience servicing and repairing forklift trucks or similar machinery
• Good diagnostic and problem-solving abilities
• Proactive approach with good attention to detail
• Able to work independently or in a team
• Genuine interest in developing within forklift industry

Responsibilities

• Carry out servicing, maintenance and repairs on forklift trucks and equipment within the workshop
• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faults
• Complete planned maintenance and breakdown repairs
• Carry out inspections and safety checks
• Use diagnostic equipment to identify and resolve faults
• Strip, repair and rebuild components as required
• Complete warranty and internal repairs to a high standard
• Maintain accurate service records and job sheets
• Ensure all work is safe and compliant with procedures
• Keep the workshop clean and organized, adhering to health and safety

Skills

Forklift experience

Mechanical fault-finding

Hydraulic systems

Electrical systems

Diagnostics

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Proactive approach

Career development interest

Job description

Forklift Engineer - Corby | £30,000 - £35,000

Established forklift business | Workshop-based role | Manufacturer training | Excellent benefits

We are recruiting for an experienced Forklift Engineer to join an established forklift business based in Corby. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled engineer looking for a workshop-based position, carrying out servicing, maintenance, diagnostics and repairs on a range of forklift trucks and materials handling equipment.

You'll work as part of an experienced engineering team, with access to manufacturer training, technical support and the opportunity to develop your skills across a range of modern forklift equipment.

Why apply?

• Salary of £30,000 - £35,000 per annum


• Workshop-based role with no regular travel required


• Manufacturer training and ongoing technical support


• 32 days' annual leave including bank holidays


• Company sick pay scheme and workplace pension


• Life assurance worth twice your salary


• Staff discounts


• Wellbeing support and winter flu jab service


• Genuine opportunities for career development

Key Responsibilities

As a Forklift Engineer, you will:

• Carry out servicing, maintenance and repairs on forklift trucks and materials handling equipment within the workshop


• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faults


• Complete planned maintenance and breakdown repairs
  
• Carry out inspections and safety checks


• Use diagnostic equipment to identify and resolve faults


• Strip, repair and rebuild components where required


• Complete warranty and internal repairs to a high standard


• Maintain accurate service records and job sheets


• Ensure all work is completed safely and in line with company procedures


• Keep the workshop clean, organised and compliant with health and safety requirements

What we're looking for

We're looking for someone with:

• Previous experience as a Forklift Engineer, Plant Fitter, HGV Technician, Agricultural Engineer, Vehicle Technician or similar


• Strong mechanical fault-finding skills


• Experience working with hydraulic and electrical systems


• Experience servicing and repairing forklift trucks or similar machinery


• Good diagnostic and problem-solving abilities


• A proactive approach and good attention to detail


• The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team


• A genuine interest in developing within the forklift industry

If you're an experienced Forklift Engineer looking for a workshop-based opportunity in Corby, this is a great chance to join an established business, develop your technical skills through manufacturer training and work on a range of modern materials handling equipment.

Job Number │ INDPLANT │49003

Location │ Corby, Northamptonshire

Role │ Forklift Engineer