Service Engineer

Join a world-leading name in crane technology and build your Service Engineer career directly with the manufacturer.

Palfinger UK is expanding its flagship Dartford operation and now hiring two new team members to join one of the world’s leading lifting technology manufacturers. As a Service Engineer, you’ll work with premium crane systems inside a modern 13,000 sq ft facility fitted with advanced diagnostics, specialist tooling and eight fully equipped workshop bays.

This is an opportunity to join a manufacturer that genuinely invests in its people, supports long-term progression and provides accredited training directly from the brand itself. Whether your background is in cranes, plant, forklifts, powered access, HGVs or agricultural machinery, this role offers a chance to specialise within a respected global business.

What’s in it for you

Salary up to £45,760 depending on experience and capability
Annual pay reviews
Company pension contributions up to 12.5%
Ongoing Palfinger manufacturer and ALLMI accredited technical training
Career progression opportunities across a large UK engineering organisation
Perkbox rewards, wellbeing support and staff discount schemes
Company share plan and life assurance up to 5x salary

Your responsibilities as Service Engineer

Carry out planned maintenance and repairs on Palfinger and Epsilon crane systems
Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and software faults
Complete LOLER inspections and required safety checks
Use manufacturer diagnostic systems to identify and resolve issues efficiently
Maintain high standards of workmanship and compliance
Contribute to a professional, safety-focused workshop environment

What we’re looking for

Previous experience as a Service Technician working on hydraulic or lifting equipment
Background within cranes, forklifts, plant, powered access, HGVs or agricultural machinery
Recognised qualification such as NVQ or City & Guilds in a relevant discipline
Strong fault-finding ability across mechanical and hydraulic systems
Professional attitude with a strong focus on quality and safety
Ability to work full-time on-site in Dartford, Monday to Friday

Palfinger UK continues to invest heavily in its facilities, technology and people, creating an environment where skilled workshop professionals can build long-term careers with genuine opportunities for progression and specialist product training.

Apply online today to start your next chapter with Palfinger UK as a Service Engineer
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed