Platinum Recruitment Consultancy
Workshop Forklift Engineer
Workshop Forklift Engineer at Platinum Recruitment Consultancy, based in Leeds, Yorkshire, paying £38,000 - £42,000 per annum. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- £38,000 - £42,000 per annum
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site
- Location
- Leeds, Yorkshire
- Closing date
- Sector
- Maintenance Engineer
- Forklift
8% below the typical rate for maintenance engineer
Reference 614971431062536916
About the role
Workshop Forklift Engineer - Leeds - Up to £42,000 + Van + Fuel Card + Overtime
Realistic OTE £50,000+ | Unlimited overtime at time and a half | Manufacturer training
Looking for your next opportunity in forklift engineering? We're recruiting for a Workshop Forklift Engineer in Leeds to join a busy, well-established operation, working on a varied range of forklift trucks in a fully equipped workshop.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer looking for a stable, workshop-based position with consistent working conditions, strong earning potential and opportunities to develop their technical skills. With no travel required as part of the role, you'll also benefit from ongoing training and long-term career prospects.
Why apply / What's in it for you?
Salary of up to £42,000, depending on experience
Realistic OTE of £50,000+ with overtime
Company van and fuel card provided
Unlimited overtime available, paid at time and a half
Ongoing manufacturer and in-house training
Stable, workshop-based role with no customer site travel
Life assurance and additional company benefits
Long-term career progression opportunities
Key Responsibilities
As a Workshop Forklift Engineer, your responsibilities will include:
Servicing, repairing and maintaining diesel, gas and electric forklift trucks
Diagnosing and resolving mechanical and electrical faults
Carrying out planned maintenance and routine inspections
Ensuring all repairs are completed to a high standard and in line with safety requirements
Preparing equipment for hire or customer delivery
Maintaining a clean, safe and organised workshop
What we're looking for
We're keen to hear from engineers with a practical mechanical background and experience working on machinery. Ideally, you'll have:
Previous experience working on forklifts or similar mechanical equipment
An engineering qualification such as NVQ or City & Guilds (preferred but not essential)
Strong mechanical fault-finding and diagnostic skills
A proactive and reliable approach to workshop operations
The ability to work independently and as part of a team
Other industries considered:
Plant / Agriculture / Powered Access / Vehicle / HGV / Generator / Crane / Forklift
If you're looking for your next step as a Workshop Forklift Engineer in Leeds, this is a great opportunity to earn up to £42,000, boost your earnings through overtime and develop your skills with ongoing manufacturer training. Apply now to find out more!
Job Number │ 935706 / INDPLANT
Location │ Leeds
Role │ Workshop Forklift Engineer
Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Reference: 614971431062536916 · Posted 5 hours ago · Closes 12 Dec 2026 · Listed via Platinum Recruitment Consultancy
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