Forklift Technician (Electrical Focus)
🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 21 April 2026
LOCATION
Basingstoke, UK
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
CATEGORY
Skilled Trades
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion
SKILLS
Electrical Engineering
Forklifts
Mechanical Repairs
Electrical Repairs
Problem Solving
Communication Skills
Health and Safety
Driver's License
FULL DESCRIPTION
Join the dynamic team at [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] LTD and step into a world where your expertise as an Electric forklift senior engineer!
The job:
- Perform electrical and mechanical repairs, maintenance, and servicing on forklifts and material handling equipment.
- Diagnose and resolve electrical issues efficiently.
- Ensure all completed work meets safety and quality standards.
- Assist with managing the workshop and supporting other team members.
- Occasionally travel to off-site locations for service and repair work.
Requirements
- Strong electrical engineering experience, particularly with forklifts or similar equipment.
- Mechanical experience and qualifications are also important.
- Ability to diagnose and solve problems, especially electrical faults.
- Good communication skills and a proactive attitude.
- Willingness to mentor and support less experienced engineers.
- A valid driver’s license and your own transport (our location is rural).
- Commitment to following health and safety procedures.
- English language proficiency at a minimum B1 level (for sponsorship).
Benefits
- Benefits
- 20 holidays + bank holidays
- Pension Scheme
- Private Medical Insurance
- Sick pay
Job Type: Full time permanent position
Schedule: Monday to Friday 8-5pm
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