Forklift Engineer

Txm Recruit Ltd; Kingston upon Hull; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of material handling solutions is seeking a Mobile Forklift Engineer to join their expanding team. This full-time role involves maintaining and servicing forklifts across various customer sites, ensuring high levels of customer service and minimal downtime. The ideal candidate will have relevant engineering qualifications, proven experience in the field, and good communication skills.

Benefits

Fully equipped company van

Pension scheme

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Ongoing manufacturer training and development

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a field-based or workshop engineer within the material handling sector.
• Strong mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic fault-finding skills required.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, and service diesel, electric, and LPG forklifts.
• Conduct planned preventative maintenance and safety inspections.
• Provide excellent on-site customer service.

Skills

Mechanical fault-finding

Electrical fault-finding

Hydraulic fault-finding

Customer service

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Plant, Vehicle Maintenance, or similar

Job description

• Location

  Kingston upon Hull

• Sector:

  Facilities Management

• Job type:

  Permanent

• Salary:

  £30000 - £36000 per annum

• Contact:

  Justin Thornhill

• Contact email:

  [e-mail]

• Contact phone:

  01332974922

• Job ref:

  BH-83678

• Published:

  20 days ago

• Expiry date:

  2025-06-26

• Startdate:

  2025-05-26

Mobile Forklift Engineer – Hull
Location: Hull & Surrounding Areas
Salary: Up to £35,000 + Overtime + Company Van + Benefits
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About Us:
My client is a leading provider of premium material handling solutions. Known for commitment to customer service and technical excellence, they provide tailored equipment servicing and support for a wide range of industries across the UK.
Due to continued growth, they’re now seeking a skilled and motivated Mobile Forklift Engineer to join the team in the North including Manchester, Hull, Doncaster and Leeds. The Role:
As a Mobile Forklift Engineer, you’ll be responsible for the maintenance, servicing, and repair of a wide range of forklift trucks and material handling equipment at customer sites across Manchester and surrounding regions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Diagnose, repair, and service diesel, electric, and LPG forklifts and warehouse equipment.
• Conduct planned preventative maintenance and safety inspections.
• Provide excellent on-site customer service, ensuring minimal downtime for clients.
• Maintain accurate service records using digital reporting tools.
• Liaise with the service support team for parts and job scheduling.
• Work independently and manage your own workload efficiently.

About You:

• Proven experience as a field-based or workshop engineer within the material handling, agricultural, plant, automotive or HGV sectors.
• Strong mechanical, electrical and hydraulic fault-finding skills.
• Relevant engineering qualifications (NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Plant, Vehicle Maintenance, or similar).
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Full UK driving licence (essential).
• Forklift industry experience is essential – Additional training will be provided.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary with regular overtime opportunities.
• Fully equipped company van, tools, and workwear provided.
• Pension scheme and life assurance.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Ongoing manufacturer training and development.
• A stable and supportive team environment within a growing business.