Telehandler / Forklift Engineer

Mainline Tool and Plant Hire; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading equipment hire company in the United Kingdom is hiring a Telehandler/Forklift Engineer to join their team. This role involves diagnosing and repairing mechanical and electrical issues on MHE, performing routine maintenance, and working collaboratively within the engineering team. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical background, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to thrive in a demanding environment. The company offers a competitive remuneration package and a supportive culture for career development.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a forklift engineer, plant fitter or similar role.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Efficiently diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues.
• Carry out routine servicing, preventative maintenance, and safety inspections.
• Collaborate with the engineering team to maintain high service levels.

Skills

Forklift engineer experience

Mechanical background

Electrical background

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Job description

We’re hiring a Telehandler/Forklift Engineer to join our ever-growing team and drive our success forward. Hours are weekdays only, 7am-5pm or 6am-4pm – no weekends!

About Us

Mainline was established in 1982 and has earned an enviable reputation for being one of UK’s foremost providers of specialist Powered Access, Lifting and Handling equipment. At the heart of our success is the considerable investment that we have made over recent years in our two most important aspects ofpeople and equipment.

Our loyal staff are vital to the success of our business and we seek to reward them with industry leading levels of remuneration including sharing the company profits that they helped generate. We operate one of the youngest and most up-to-date hire fleets within the UK today and this is supported by highly skilled staff who receive continuous training and development. Whilst we work hard, we also have a relaxed and friendly atmosphere where colleagues look out for each other. We prioritise a work-life balance and want our employees to have a fantastic family life which is why we almost never work weekends!

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose and Repair: Efficiently fault-find, diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues on a variety of MHE.
• Perform Maintenance: Carry out routine servicing, preventative maintenance and safety inspections to ensure equipment compliance and optimal performance.
• Working collaboratively with the engineering team to maintain high service levels

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience as a forklift engineer, plant fitter or similar role with a strong mechanical and/or electrical background.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with high attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with customers and colleagues.
• Ability to work independently and manage a varied workload efficiently.
• Positive ‘can-do’ attitude to problem solving.
• The ability to prioritise tasks in an ever-changing demanding hire environment and work well under pressure

Why Join Us

We offer acompetitive remuneration package, supportive working environment and chance to work with a friendly experienced team. We are a growing company with a bright future, offering opportunities for professional development and fostering a strong team culture that is both supportive and collaborative

We are an equal opportunities employer and are proud of our local community, we welcome applications from anyone who feels they have the relevant experience and skills required to make a positive contribution to our business.