Workshop Engineer

CDM Recruitment; Runcorn; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected engineering firm in Runcorn is seeking a Workshop Engineer to carry out maintenance and repairs on forklifts and other equipment. The role offers a competitive salary, stable hours, and opportunities for training and progression in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Dayshift, Monday to Friday

Stable, long-term role

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Proven background as a workshop, mechanical or electrical engineer.
• Experience with forklifts, plant, or industrial equipment is highly desirable.
• LOLER or forklift qualifications would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair faults on forklifts and other material handling equipment.
• Complete routine maintenance, servicing, and safety inspections.
• Prepare machinery for hire or sale.
• Maintain clear service records and workshop documentation.
• Ensure the workshop remains clean, organised, and safe.
• Support colleagues in parts, hire, and field service as needed.

Skills

Workshop engineering experience

Experience with forklifts or industrial equipment

Understanding of hydraulic systems

Understanding of electrical systems

Ability to diagnose faults

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Overview

We are supporting a client who is a long-established material handling business based in Runcorn, they are looking for an experienced Workshop Engineer to join their team. The company supplies, hires, and services a wide range of forklifts and warehouse equipment across the North West and is known for its quality service, reliability, and friendly, down-to-earth culture.

The Role

You'll work within a busy workshop, carrying out maintenance, repairs, and inspections on forklifts and related equipment. You'll handle a variety of makes and models, both diesel, LPG, and electric ensuring all machines are safe, reliable, and ready for use.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair faults on forklifts and other material handling equipment.
• Complete routine maintenance, servicing, and safety inspections
• Prepare machinery for hire or sale.
• Maintain clear service records and workshop documentation.
• Ensure the workshop remains clean, organised, and safe.
• Support colleagues in parts, hire, and field service as needed.

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven background as a workshop, mechanical or electrical engineer.
• Experience with forklifts, plant, or industrial equipment is highly desirable.
• Good understanding of hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Ability to diagnose faults and work independently.
• Full UK driving licence required.
• LOLER or forklift qualifications would be an advantage.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary
• Dayshift, Monday to Friday.
• Stable, long-term role within a respected North West engineering firm.
• Supportive team environment with opportunities for training and progression