Resident Forklift Engineer

Resident Forklift Engineer / Forklift Maintenance Engineer

Location
:
Hull

Salary
:
Competitive + Shift Allowance + Overtime

Hours
: 40–45 hours per week | Monday – Friday

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled Resident Forklift Engineer to join a leading engineering support team working directly on-site with a major customer in Wakefield. This role is ideal for an experienced Resident Forklift Engineer who enjoys diagnosing faults, carrying out maintenance, and ensuring material handling equipment operates safely and efficiently.

As a Resident Forklift Engineer, you will be based permanently at a customer site, maintaining and repairing a fleet of forklifts and warehouse equipment. The successful Resident Forklift Engineer will play a key role in minimising downtime and ensuring the customer’s operation runs smoothly. This is a great opportunity for a hands‑on Resident Forklift Engineer who enjoys problem‑solving, working with modern equipment, and building strong relationships with site teams.

• Service & Maintenance: Carry out routine servicing and preventative maintenance on a fleet of forklifts and material handling equipment.
• Diagnostics & Repairs: Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical faults on forklift trucks and warehouse equipment.
• Breakdown Response: Respond quickly to breakdowns to minimise operational downtime and ensure equipment is returned to service efficiently.
• Equipment Inspections: Conduct regular safety checks and inspections to ensure all equipment meets operational and safety standards.
• Customer Support: Work closely with site teams and operators to provide technical support and maintain excellent working relationships.
• Service Reporting: Complete digital service reports, record repairs, and order parts using company systems.

• Experience working as a Resident Forklift Engineer, Forklift Engineer, Plant Fitter, Plant Engineer, or Vehicle Technician.
• Strong mechanical knowledge including hydraulics, diesel engines, and electrical fault finding.
• Experience servicing forklift trucks or similar mechanical equipment.
• The ability to work independently while also supporting the wider site team.
• Good communication skills and a proactive approach to problem solving.
• A full UK driving licence.

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Shift allowance and overtime opportunities.
• Pension scheme.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Ongoing technical training and development.
• Career progression opportunities.
• Laptop, phone, specialist tools, and PPE provided.