Workshop Forklift Engineer

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established engineering firm in Chesterfield seeks a Forklift Service Engineer to repair and maintain forklifts and lifting equipment in their workshop. Ideal candidates have a strong mechanical background and diagnostic skills. Experience with industrial machinery is desirable, and full training will be provided. This role offers competitive hourly pay, a 39-hour workweek, and a supportive environment with growth opportunities.

Benefits

24 days annual leave + bank holidays

Company bonus and pension scheme

Comprehensive training and development opportunities

Plenty of overtime available

Qualifications

• Experience with industrial, agricultural, or engineering machinery is desirable.
• Knowledge of hydro-electrical systems is a plus.
• Computer literate.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain forklifts and lifting equipment within the workshop.
• Perform preventative maintenance and thorough examinations.
• Support the parts team by ensuring correct stock and ordering components.

Skills

Strong mechanical background

Solid diagnostic skills

Excellent communication skills

Teamwork skills

Willingness to learn

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Forklift Service Engineer

We're representing a well‑established and growing engineering firm in Chesterfield that designs, manufactures, installs, and services bespoke lifting and handling equipment. Following a recent expansion into multi‑directional forklift trucks, this company is looking to grow its workshop‑based engineering team and offers an excellent opportunity for a Forklift Service Engineer.

This role is ideal for candidates with experience in mechanical or industrial engineering, even if you haven't worked on forklifts before, as full training will be provided. You will be based in the workshop, maintaining, servicing, and repairing forklifts and lifting equipment, supporting both internal operations and workshop projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain forklifts and lifting equipment within the workshop
• Perform preventative maintenance and thorough examinations
• Work in accordance with issued RAMS and company procedures
• Support the parts team by ensuring correct stock and ordering components
• Assist with workshop organisation and ensure work meets the company's high standards

Candidate Requirements

• Strong mechanical background and solid diagnostic skills
• Experience with industrial, agricultural, or engineering machinery is desirable
• Knowledge of hydro‑electrical systems is a plus
• Computer literate and confident with diagnostic tools
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Based within a commutable distance of Chesterfield
• Willingness to learn new skills and adapt to different machinery

Salary and Benefits

• £15.00 – £16.00 per hour, depending on experience
• Plenty of overtime available
• 39‑hour week, Monday to Friday (no weekends)
• 24 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Company bonus and pension scheme
• Comprehensive training and development opportunities
• Supportive, team‑focused working environment