Forklift Truck Engineer

Aqumen Recruitment; Rothwell; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run materials handling company in the United Kingdom seeks a Field Service Engineer for repairs and maintenance of forklifts across Leeds and West Yorkshire. The successful candidate will enjoy working independently with support from a dedicated team and will benefit from a company van, fuel card, and a week off at Christmas. Looking for someone with strong experience in electric and LPG forklifts and a clean UK driving license.

Benefits

Company van with personal use

Fuel card

Week off at Christmas

Sick pay

Pension scheme

LOLER training provided

Early finish at 3:30pm on Fridays

No working away

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' experience as a Field Service Engineer in the material handling industry.
• Strong experience with electric and LPG forklifts.
• Confident working independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out repairs and planned maintenance on customer forklifts.
• Providing excellent customer service as the face of the business.
• Managing your time efficiently and working safely at all times.

Skills

Experience with electric forklifts

Experience with LPG forklifts

Communication skills

Time management

Problem-solving abilities

Job description

Field Service Engineer – Forklifts

£35,000 – £40,000 | Leeds & West Yorkshire | No Working Away

Our client is a family‑run business with nearly 40 years’ experience in the materials handling industry. They are known for doing things the right way — putting people, trust, and service before KPIs. Many of their customers (and team members!) have been with them for decades, which says everything about their values and culture.

This is a business where engineers are genuinely valued, workloads are planned sensibly, and you’re not left miles from home at the end of the day. If you’re looking for a role where you’re treated like a person rather than a number, this could be the opportunity for you.

The Role

As a Field Service Engineer, you’ll be responsible for the repair and maintenance of a wide range of forklifts across Leeds and West Yorkshire. While our client is an HC dealer, you’ll also work on a variety of other manufacturers’ trucks — so no two days are the same.

You’ll be working independently for the most part, but with the support of a friendly, experienced team behind you. The work is planned so you’re never hours away from home — they genuinely believe you should be able to get home for your tea.

Key Responsibilities

• Carrying out repairs and planned maintenance on customer forklifts
• Working on electric and LPG trucks (diesel experience is a bonus)
• Maintaining the company’s own forklift fleet when required
• Providing excellent customer service as the face of the business
• Managing your time efficiently and working safely at all times

About You

• At least 2 years’ experience as a Field Service Engineer in the material handling industry
• Strong experience with electric and LPG forklifts
• Diesel forklift experience advantageous but not essential
• Confident working independently and as part of a team
• Excellent communication and customer-facing skills
• Good time management and problem-solving abilities
• Clean UK driving licence

What’s in It for You

• Company van with personal use
• Fuel card
• Week off at Christmas (not taken from annual leave)
• Sick pay
• Pension scheme
• LOLER training provided if not already held
• Early finish at 3:30pm every Friday
• No working away

Aqumen Business Solutions is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy