Forklift Workshop Engineer

Perfect Placement UK Ltd; Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Forklift Workshop Engineer for their Maidenhead depot. This position is perfect for newly qualified or trainee technicians looking to enter the motor trade. Responsibilities include servicing diesel and electrical equipment, fault finding, and ensuring workshop cleanliness. The role offers a competitive salary up to £31,000, Monday to Friday working hours, and opportunities for career development within the motor trade.

Benefits

25 days holiday allowance

Overtime paid at a higher rate

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Relevant technical qualification or demonstrable experience (Level 3 / Level 2).
• Strong independent and team working abilities.
• Ability to manage and prioritise workload.

Responsibilities

• Service and maintenance of diesel, LPG, and electrical material handling equipment.
• Fault finding and planned preventive maintenance on forklift trucks.
• Maintain a clean and orderly working area.
• Adhere to health and safety guidelines.
• Use a tablet to complete job cards and order parts.
• Work as part of a team to complete engineering tasks.

Skills

Technical qualification or experience

Desire to widen skill set

Team working abilities

Workload management

Job description

Forklift Workshop Engineer Vacancy – Maidenhead!

We are looking for a Forklift Workshop Engineer to work at our Maidenhead depot, the hub of our fleet for the South of England. The role is ideal for recently qualified, newly qualified or trainee technicians (Car, Van, HGV, Plant) looking to break into the motor trade in a forklift/material handling environment.

Compensation & Working Conditions

• Up to £31,000 salary depending on experience
• Monday to Friday working hours only – no weekends
• 25 days holiday allowance + overtime paid at a higher rate
• Opportunity for career development within the motor trade

Responsibilities

• Service and maintenance of diesel, LPG and electrical material handling equipment
• Fault finding, planned preventive maintenance and pre‑delivery inspection of forklift trucks
• Maintain a clean and orderly working area, including common areas
• Adhere to all health and safety guidelines and workshop rules
• Use a tablet to complete job cards and ensure all required parts are ordered
• Work as a cohesive team member to ensure that engineering tasks are completed within set time frames

Required Skills & Experience

• Relevant technical qualification or demonstrable experience (Level 3 / Level 2)
• Desire to widen your skill set
• Strong independent and team working abilitiesic
• Ability to manage and prioritise workload

Apply

If you are interested, please contact Dee Hogger at Perfect Placement Today!