Field Service Engineer – Forklifts
£35,000 – £40,000 | Leeds & West Yorkshire | No Working Away
Our client is a family‑run business with nearly 40 years' experience in the materials handling industry. They are known for doing things the right way — putting people, trust, and service before KPIs. Many of their customers (and team members!) have been with them for decades, which says everything about their values and culture.
This is a business where engineers are genuinely valued, workloads are planned sensibly, and you're not left miles from home at the end of the day. If you're looking for a role where you're treated like a person rather than a number, this could be the opportunity for you.
The Role
As a Field Service Engineer, you'll be responsible for the repair and maintenance of a wide range of forklifts across Leeds and West Yorkshire. While our client is an HC dealer, you'll also work on a variety of other manufacturers' trucks — so no two days are the same.
You'll be working independently for the most part, but with the support of a friendly, experienced team behind you. The work is planned so you're never hours away from home — they genuinely believe you should be able to get home for your tea.
Key Responsibilities
* Carrying out repairs and planned maintenance on customer forklifts
* Working on electric and LPG trucks (diesel experience is a bonus)
* Maintaining the company's own forklift fleet when required
* Providing excellent customer service as the face of the business
* Managing your time efficiently and working safely at all times
About You
* At least 2 years' experience as a Field Service Engineer in the material handling industry
* Strong experience with electric and LPG forklifts
* Diesel forklift experience advantageous but not essential
* Confident working independently and as part of a team
* Excellent communication and customer‑facing skills
* Good time management and problem‑solving abilities
* Clean UK driving licence
What's in It for You
* Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 (depending on experience)
* Company van with personal use
* Fuel card
* Week off at Christmas (not taken from annual leave)
* Sick pay
* Pension scheme
* LOLER training provided if not already held
* Early finish at 3:30pm every Friday
* No working away
#J-18808-Ljbffr