Forklift Engineer

Jungheinrich UK Ltd; Felixstowe; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime

Training

Pension

Private healthcare

Job summary

Jungheinrich UK Ltd is seeking a Site-Based Forklift Engineer for our Felixstowe site. You will maintain and repair Jungheinrich material handling equipment, ensuring customers receive first-class service on-site.

The role requires experience in forklift engineering, hydraulic/electrical diagnostics, and a valid UK driving licence. We offer a competitive salary with overtime, ongoing training, and pension/private healthcare options.

Qualifications

• Experience in forklift engineering or related mechanical/electrical roles.
• Knowledge of hydraulics, electrics and diagnostics.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic faults on forklifts and warehouse equipment.
• Performing routine servicing, inspections and preventative maintenance.
• Providing technical support and guidance to customers.
• Ensuring high standards of customer service and professionalism.

Skills

Forklift Engineer

Plant Fitter

HGV Technician

Electrical Diagnostics

Job description

Site-Based Forklift Engineer – Felixstowe

Competitive Salary + Overtime + Excellent Benefits

Are you an experienced Forklift Engineer, Plant Fitter, Vehicle Technician, or Mechanical/Electrical Engineer looking for a rewarding career with a market leader?

Jungheinrich UK is growing, and we’re looking for a Forklift Engineer to join our expert service team, based on our customers site in Felixstowe.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with structured pay progression & paid overtime
• Industry-leading training & career development opportunities
• Pension scheme & private healthcare options

Your Role:

As a Forklift Engineer, you’ll play a key role in ensuring our customers receive first-class service by maintaining and repairing a range of Jungheinrich material handling equipment. Your responsibilities will include:

• Diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic faults on forklifts and warehouse equipment
• Performing routine servicing, inspections, and preventative maintenance
• Providing technical support and guidance to customers
• Ensuring high standards of customer service and professionalism

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience as a Forklift Engineer, Plant Fitter, Agricultural Engineer, HGV Technician, or similar mechanical/electrical role
• Strong knowledge of hydraulics, electrics, and diagnostics
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a customer-focused mindset
• Full UK driving licence (essential)

Join Jungheinrich UK and be part of a company that invests in its people, technology, and future.

Jungheinrich UK – Moving Towards a Brighter Future!