Forklift Engineer

Jungheinrich UK Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Overtime pay

Industry-leading training

Pension scheme

Private healthcare options

Job summary

Jungheinrich UK Ltd is seeking an experienced Forklift Engineer based in Dagenham. This role involves maintaining and repairing Jungheinrich material handling equipment and delivering exceptional service to customers. Candidates should have experience in similar mechanical/electrical roles, strong knowledge of hydraulics and electrics, and a customer-focused approach. The company offers a competitive salary, structured pay progression, and a range of benefits including paid overtime and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Forklift Engineer, Plant Fitter, or similar mechanical/electrical role.
• Strong knowledge of hydraulics, electrics, and diagnostics.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Customer-focused mindset

Knowledge of hydraulics

Knowledge of electrics

Diagnostic skills

Job description

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 Dagenham.

• 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.

• 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)

Ready to Elevate Your Career?

Join Jungheinrich UK and be part of a company that invests in its people, technology, and future. Apply today and take the next step in your engineering career!

To apply, submit your CV via our careers page or contact our recruitment team for more details.

Jungheinrich UK – Moving Towards a Brighter Future!