Forklift Engineer

  • Permanent
  • Poole
  • £35,000 - £42,000 GBP / Year
  • Applications have closed.

Forklift Engineer

Are you an experienced engineer with a passion for solving problems on the move? We’re looking for a Field Service Engineer to join our client’s growing team, supporting customers across the UK.

This is a hands-on, full-time role where no two days are the same. You’ll be responsible for maintaining, repairing, and optimising a wide range of material handling equipment, ensuring minimal downtime for customers.


What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Servicing, maintaining, and overhauling forklifts and material handling equipment
  • Diagnosing and repairing faults on gas, diesel, and electric trucks
  • Carrying out routine inspections (brakes, steering, lift assemblies, oil/filter changes)
  • Performing preventative maintenance, including lubrication and adjustments
  • Testing and maintaining batteries (fluid levels, voltage checks, hydrometers)
  • Attending breakdowns and resolving issues efficiently on-site
  • Working on components such as hydraulics, lift chains, braking and steering systems
  • Troubleshooting electrical systems, engines, and drivetrains
  • Building strong customer relationships and completing accurate service records


What We’re Looking For:

  • Full UK driving licence
  • Previous experience with forklifts or similar material handling equipment
  • Strong mechanical and electrical fault-finding skills
  • Background in HGV, plant, construction, agricultural, automotive, REME, or similar industries
  • Ability to work independently and manage your own workload
  • Confident handling breakdowns in a field-based environment


What’s In It For You:

  • Salary up to £42,000
  • 23 days annual leave + bank holidays
  • Company vehicle
  • Pension scheme
  • Retail discounts and employee perks

If you’re ready to take your engineering skills on the road and join a company that values your expertise, we’d love to hear from you.

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Call 01752 717666 or email [email protected]

Benefits

A good salary matters, but so does everything around it. HSS has put together a benefits package that genuinely looks after you.

  • Your birthday off (or the nearest working day if it falls on a weekend)
  • Employee lottery scheme with a monthly prize draw, with the chance to win £1,000
  • Flexible and hybrid working available for most roles
  • Healthcare cashback plan so you can claim back on everyday health costs
  • Online and telephone GP access whenever you need it
  • Exclusive discounts on equipment hire
  • Wellbeing initiatives and events throughout the year
  • Financial wellbeing support to help you stay in control
  • Mental Health First Aiders on hand for real, person to person support
  • Life assurance at two times your annual salary
  • Telephone counselling services
  • Health and fitness campaigns to keep you moving
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