Forklift Engineer

CP33505

Forklift Engineer

£36k-£39k + Bonus

Liverpool

Alecto Recruitment is working with our client, a well-established and highly respected materials handling equipment specialist with an excellent reputation for quality service and technical expertise. Operating successfully for many years, they provide maintenance and repair solutions across a wide range of forklift truck brands and equipment types.

This represents an exciting opportunity to join a stable, long-standing business that continues to invest in its people, equipment and workshop facilities. With a strong team culture and low staff turnover, this is an ideal opportunity for an experienced engineer seeking long-term career stability.

A great stand-out in this role is the flexibility it offers. While the position is primarily workshop-based, there is also the opportunity to undertake onsite repair work for those who enjoy a varied role. The company offers excellent bonus opportunities, annual salary reviews and a supportive working environment where experience and expertise are genuinely valued.

Salary & Benefits

£36,000 - £39,000 Basic Salary
Annual Pay Increase
Performance Bonus:
3% Bonus Paid Annually in April
£500 Bonus Paid in December
Monday to Friday Working Hours
8:00am - 4:30pm
21 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
Christmas Shutdown Period (approximately 10 days including weekends)
Company Vehicle Available for Engineers Undertaking Call-Outs
Excellent Long-Term Career Stability

The Role

Carry out servicing, maintenance and repairs on a wide range of forklift trucks and materials handling equipment.
Diagnose and rectify mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faults.
Undertake fault finding across diesel, LPG and electric-powered equipment.
Use advanced diagnostic systems and manufacturer software to identify and resolve issues efficiently.
Work primarily within a fully equipped workshop environment, with optional onsite repair work available.

Requirements

Minimum 10 years' experience within forklift, materials handling, plant or related industries.
Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
Experience working across multiple equipment brands and fuel types.
Familiarity with diagnostic software and electronic fault diagnosis.
Ability to work independently and maintain high standards of workmanship.
Formal qualifications are not essential; practical experience is highly valued.If you're an experienced Forklift Engineer looking for a new challenge within a supportive and well-established business, we want to hear from you.

Send your CV to: (url removed) or call (phone number removed) for a confidential chat.

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