Job Title: Forklift Engineer - Field based

Salary: £35-£41K PA DOE

Location: Bolton and surrounding area

Benefits:

• Pension
• Life assurance
• Access to discounts at various retailers
• Company vehicle

Key Responsibilities

• Perform servicing, repair, and maintenance of diesel, and electric forklift trucks, including hydraulic systems, transmissions, engines, and batteries
• Diagnose electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic faults and execute corrective repairs on-site or in workshop environments
• Carry out preventative maintenance and respond to emergency breakdowns swiftly and effectively.
• compliance and safety standards
• Complete accurate job sheets, service reports, parts usage logs, and client communications for each assignment
• Maintain van stock levels, liaise with parts controllers or service managers, and escalate quotes for major repairs

Required Qualifications & Skills

• NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance, Motor Vehicle Engineering, Plant Maintenance, or equivalent vocational qualification or higher
• Proven experience in mechanical, hydraulic, and basic electrical fault finding, ideally including forklift trucks or plant machinery
• Full UK driving licence is essential
• Strong analytical and diagnostic skills, proficiency using diagnostic tools or handheld devices
• Excellent customer service and communication skills, with the ability to work independently or within a team