STILL UK Workshop Engineer

Kion Group; Exeter; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Company pension scheme

Overtime opportunities

Laptop and phone provided

Specialist product training

Discounts from major UK brands

Job summary

STILL Materials Handling in Exeter is seeking a Workshop Engineer to diagnose, repair and service a range of forklift and material handling equipment in our dedicated workshop. You will work on everything from pallet trucks to large IC and automated systems, with an emphasis on reliability and customer service.

The role requires a mechanically biased engineer with experience in electrical or hydraulic systems, strong communication, and IT literacy to manage diagnostics and parts ordering.

Qualifications

• Mechanically biased engineers with broad diagnostic skills.
• Experience with electrical/hydraulic systems is advantageous.
• Ability to communicate clearly with customers and colleagues.
• IT systems for record-keeping and parts ordering used daily.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose faults and perform preventative maintenance on STILL forklifts and related equipment.
• Work in a workshop environment, sometimes independently and with a team.
• Liaise with customers to explain repairs and timelines.

Skills

Mechanical bias

Electrical systems

Hydraulics

Communication

IT literacy

Teamwork

Education

NVQ Level 3 in engineering

Forklift Driver Licence (desirable)

Tools

Diagnostics software

MS Office

Job description

Exciting Career Opportunity as a Workshop Engineer at STILL Materials Handling in Exeter.

Join STILL Materials Handling, a global leader in forklift trucks and warehouse equipment, and become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence.

Working with everything from small pallet trucks, through to IC trucks, Reach Trucks and VNA trucks and automated trucks, you will be required to find, diagnose, and rectify faults, and undertake preventative maintenance on STILL forklifts and other material handling equipment within our Workshop.

We offer: At STILL Materials Handling, we believe in rewarding our people. Your package will include:

• Competitive salary based on experience 39.5 hour working week, generally 0800-1630, Mon-Thursday & 0800-1600 on Fridays
• 25 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays
• Company pension scheme (5% employer contribution, minimum 5% employee contribution)
• Overtime opportunities
• Access to discounts from major UK brands
• “Recommend a Friend” bonus scheme
• Laptop and phone provided
• World class STILL specialised product training
• Full Forklift Driver Licence

Tasks and Qualifications

• We are seeking mechanically biased engineers, ideally with experience within the materials handling, automotive, plant, agricultural, or a related engineering industry.
• Experience working with electrical systems and/or hydraulics would be highly advantageous.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with customers and colleagues.
• An NVQ Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) in a relevant engineering discipline is desirable, although not essential.
• Confident using IT equipment and digital systems, as technology is used extensively for record-keeping, diagnostics, and parts ordering.
• Able to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a wider engineering team.
• Highly organised, proactive, and self-motivated, with a positive, can-do attitude and strong problem-solving skills.
• Committed to delivering high standards of workmanship and customer service.

StILL are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, abilities, and experience.

If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the application or interview process to ensure fairness and accessibility, please let us know.

KION brands keep the world moving – globally, regionally, and locally. KION is the Supply Chain Solutions Company. With over 42,000 employees in more than 100 countries, we enable smart, sustainable, and reliable supply chains worldwide - wherever goods are stored, moved, or delivered. KION offers its customers the full spectrum of solutions to make their supply chains future-ready. Our international brands, Linde Material Handling, STILL, and Baoli and our regional brands, Fenwick and OM, stand for outstanding technological innovation, intelligent automation and service excellence in forklift trucks and warehouse equipment. Dematic complements this expertise with state-of-the-art automation technology and AI-supported software solutions that optimize intralogistics across warehousing, production, and distribution. Whether locally or globally – we offer exciting career opportunities in an innovative environment shaped by our core values: Integrity, Collaboration, Courage, and Excellence. Together, we create the magic of supply chain solutions. Join our team – Push it forward.