Workshop Forklift Engineer

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.