Junior Plant Maintenance (Forklifts)

Job description

Junior Plant Maintenance (Forklifts)

East Midlands

up to £40,000 + Overtime + Training + Progression + Pension + Company Benefits

Are you a Plant Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, or similar looking to build a long-term career within the forklift industry, joining a well-established company that will invest heavily in your training and development?

Do you want to join a business that provides full manufacturer training, overtime opportunities, long-term stability, and the chance to become a fully qualified Field Service Engineer within a supportive engineering environment?

On offer is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a highly respected materials handling company that invests in its engineers, maintains high service standards, and supports customers across a wide range of industries.

This role would suit someone with experience working on Plant Equipment, Agricultural Machinery, HGVs, Cars, or similar mechanical equipment, who is keen to develop their skills within forklift engineering and field service.

In this role, the successful candidate will be trained to service, maintain, and repair forklift trucks and associated equipment, ensuring all work is completed efficiently while maintaining excellent customer service and health & safety standards.

The Role:
* Training to service, maintain, and repair forklift trucks
* Diagnosing mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical faults
* Working both in the workshop and out in the field
* Maintaining high customer service and health & safety standards
* Working Monday to Friday
* Overtime opportunities available

The Person:
* Plant Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, or similar background
* Experience working on plant equipment, agricultural machinery, HGVs, or similar
* Relevant engineering qualification or hands-on mechanical experience
* Full UK Driving Licence (preferred)
* Good communication skills and team-oriented attitude

Reference Number: BBBH25322HT

Keywords: Trainee Service Engineer, Forklift Engineer, Field Service Engineer, Plant Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Forklifts, Plant Machinery, Agricultural Machinery, Hydraulics, Mechanical, Electrical, East Midlands

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

East Midlands

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

£40,000 Per Month

Published at

19-05-2026

Profession type

Engineering

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English