Forklift Engineer

Hunter Selection; South Petherton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

Company Pension Scheme

Overtime Opportunities Available

Ongoing Training and Development

Job summary

Hunter Selection is recruiting a Forklift Engineer in Somerset to maintain the site's material handling fleet, ensuring reliability, safety and performance in a modern manufacturing facility. You'll diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical and hydraulic faults, carry out planned maintenance, and coordinate with production and warehouse teams.

A Monday–Friday days pattern, with training and progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience maintaining forklift trucks, reach trucks, counterbalance trucks or similar material handling equipment.
• Strong mechanical, electrical and hydraulic fault-finding skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance on forklift trucks and material handling equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical and hydraulic faults to minimise downtime.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and carry out repairs.
• Complete inspections and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Maintain maintenance records and service documentation.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to improve equipment reliability.
• Liaise with production, warehouse and engineering teams to prioritise repairs.

Skills

Forklift maintenance

Fault-finding

Safety awareness

Education

Engineering qualification desirable

Job description

Forklift Engineer

£35,000 - £42,000

Monday - Friday Days

25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays | Pension Scheme | Overtime Available | Training & Development Opportunities

A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for a Forklift Engineer to join a well-established and growing manufacturing company in the Somerset area!

Working within a modern manufacturing facility, the Forklift Engineer will play a key role in ensuring the reliability, safety and performance of the site's material handling fleet. This position offers excellent job security, ongoing training and genuine opportunities for career progression.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance on forklift trucks and material handling equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical and hydraulic faults.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and minimise operational downtime.
• Complete inspections and ensure all equipment complies with safety regulations.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and service documentation.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to improve equipment reliability and efficiency.
• Liaise with production, warehouse and engineering teams to prioritise repairs and maintenance activities.
• Assist with the installation, commissioning and upgrade of equipment when required.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• Previous experience working as a Forklift Engineer, Plant Engineer or Service Engineer.
• Strong mechanical, electrical and hydraulic fault-finding skills.
• Experience maintaining forklift trucks, reach trucks, counterbalance trucks or similar material handling equipment.
• Relevant engineering qualification desirable (Mechanical, Electrical or Maintenance Engineering).
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.
• Strong understanding of health and safety practices within a manufacturing environment.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Package & Benefits:

• £35,000 - £42,000 Basic Salary
• 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
• Company Pension Scheme
• Overtime Opportunities Available
• Ongoing Training and Development
• Stable Monday-Friday Working Pattern
• Career Progression OpportunitiesCode: INDENM

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