Workshop Forklift Engineer
Posted 1 day 10 hours ago by PLATINUM RECRUITMENT CONSULTANCY LIMITED
Workshop Forklift Engineer - Leeds Earn up to £42,000 + Van + Fuel card + Overtime = 1.5 + Training + Career Progression
Are you an experienced Workshop Forklift Engineer looking for a stable, well-paid role with excellent earning potential? We're recruiting for a skilled Workshop Forklift Engineer to join a busy and well-established operation in Leeds, working on a wide range of forklift trucks in a fully equipped workshop environment.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Workshop Forklift Engineer in Leeds who wants consistent hours, strong overtime potential, and the chance to further develop their engineering skills.
What's in it for you?
- Salary up to £42,000 depending on experience
- Realistic OTE of £50,000+ with overtime
- Van + Fuel card provided
- Unlimited overtime paid at time and a half
- Ongoing manufacturer and in-house training
- Stable, workshop-based role (no travel required)
- Life assurance and company benefits package
- Long-term career progression opportunities
As a Workshop Forklift Engineer in Leeds, you'll be responsible for:
- Servicing, repairing, and maintaining diesel, gas, and electric forklift trucks
- Diagnosing and resolving mechanical and electrical faults
- Carrying out planned maintenance and inspections
- Ensuring all work is completed to a high safety and quality standard
- Preparing equipment ready for hire or customer delivery
We're looking for a Workshop Forklift Engineer with:
- Experience working on forklifts or similar mechanical equipment
- A background in engineering (NVQ/City & Guilds preferred but not essential)
- Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills
- A proactive and reliable approach to workshop operations
Other industries considered:
Plant / Agriculture / Powered Access / Vehicle / HGV / Generator / Crane / Forklift
This is a great opportunity to join a growing business as a Workshop Forklift Engineer in Leeds, offering strong earning potential and long-term stability.
Consultant Name: Dean Grey Job Number: 935706 / INDPLANT
Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.