Forklift Truck Service Engineer – Field & Workshop, Van

Recruitment Helpline; Norwich; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

company van

pension

annual leave

on-site parking

Job summary

Recruitment Helpline is seeking an experienced Forklift Truck Service Engineer to join a well‑established Norfolk-based company serving East Anglia. You will diagnose, repair and maintain electric, LPG and diesel forklifts, in workshop and on site, with a company van provided.

Key requirements include proven electrical and mechanical repair experience, familiarity with wiring diagrams, and a proactive, customer‑facing approach to keep equipment safe and reliable. Driving licence is essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in electrical and mechanical repair of heavy equipment such as forklifts.
• Experience with electrical systems including wiring diagrams.
• Hands-on experience preferred; certifications in forklift operation are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic issues on forklift trucks.
• Perform routine maintenance, inspections, and repairs to ensure equipment operates safely.
• Use hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, soldering irons, and fabrication techniques.
• Maintain detailed service records and compliance documentation for each piece of equipment serviced.
• Provide excellent customer service by communicating repair status clearly.

Skills

Electrical repair

Mechanical repair

Diagnostics

Hydraulics

Customer service

Education

Forklift operation certification

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Welding equipment

Fabrication techniques

Job description

Recruitment Helpline is seeking an experienced Forklift Truck Service Engineer to join a well‑established Norfolk-based company serving East Anglia. You will diagnose, repair and maintain electric, LPG and diesel forklifts, in workshop and on site, with a company van provided.

Key requirements include proven electrical and mechanical repair experience, familiarity with wiring diagrams, and a proactive, customer‑facing approach to keep equipment safe and reliable. Driving licence is essential.