Forklift Workshop Manager — Hands-On Lead

SER Limited; Skelmersdale; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Phone and laptop provided

Pension scheme

Death in service benefit

Overtime available and paid at time/1.

Job summary

SER Limited in Skelmersdale is seeking an experienced Workshop Manager to lead maintenance and repair of forklift trucks and warehouse equipment at a brand-new depot. This hands-on, site-based role involves managing a small team of engineers and ensuring high standards of workmanship and safety.

You will service electric, LPG and diesel trucks, diagnose faults, plan maintenance, and coordinate workshop operations.

Qualifications

• Must have strong hands-on experience with forklift trucks.
• Mechanical engineering background required.
• Good fault-finding and diagnostic skills essential.
• Desirable: LOLER certification and experience with Still/Linde equipment.

Responsibilities

• Servicing, maintaining and repairing forklifts and warehouse equipment.
• Work on electric, LPG and diesel counterbalance, pallet and reach trucks.
• Diagnose faults and complete repairs efficiently and safely.
• Carry out planned maintenance, inspections and breakdowns.
• Lead workshop operations and coordinate with higher management.
• Manage workload and guide other site-based engineers while upholding safety standards.
• Represent the company professionally at all times.

Skills

Forklift experience

Mechanical engineering

Diagnostics & fault finding

Multi-skilled mech/electrical/hydraul.

Education

LOLER Certification

Still / Linde equipment experience

Job description

SER Limited in Skelmersdale is seeking an experienced Workshop Manager to lead maintenance and repair of forklift trucks and warehouse equipment at a brand-new depot. This hands-on, site-based role involves managing a small team of engineers and ensuring high standards of workmanship and safety.

You will service electric, LPG and diesel trucks, diagnose faults, plan maintenance, and coordinate workshop operations.