Workshop Forklift Engineer - Aldridge

Advertised by Kemp Recruitment Ltd

Location
Aldridge
Salary
£30,000 - £40,000 a year
Job type
Permanent
Sector
Engineering
Posted
29 October 2026
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Job description

We are looking for an experienced Workshop Forklift Engineer to join a team based in Aldridge.

This is a hands-on role involving the servicing, maintenance and repair of a wide range of forklift trucks and material handling equipment. 

Your responsibilities will include:
  • Performing servicing, maintenance and repair work on a broad range of forklift trucks and material handling equipment
  • Identifying and resolving mechanical, electrical and hydraulic issues
  • Carrying out LOLER inspections to ensure all equipment remains fully compliant
  • Completing safety checks and pre-delivery inspections
  • Responding to breakdowns and conducting reactive maintenance to reduce customer downtime
  • Effectively organising and managing your workload and service schedule
  • Accurately filling out service reports and job sheets
  • Communicating with parts departments to ensure the correct components are sourced and installed

What you’ll need:
  • Experience as a Forklift engineer / Material handling mechanic / Plant Fitter or similar
  • Proven experience of diesel engines
  • Strong experience with electrics, hydraulics and diagnostic skills
  • Ability to work independently and manage workload
  • A professional, reliable and customer-focused attitude
  • Full UK driving licence

Your Package:
  • Basic Salary: £30,000 - £37,000
  • Company pension scheme
  • Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays
 
Next steps:
If this sounds of interest - please contact Celi on (phone number removed) or apply today.
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Reference 225778109

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