Crown Gabelstapler GmbH & Co. KG - Deutschland
Workshop Engineer - Birmingham
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Workshop Engineer - Birmingham
Service Technician – Forklift Maintenance & Repair (Crown Lift Trucks Ltd)
About Crown Lift Trucks Ltd
Crown is one of the world’s largest material handling companies, renowned for award-winning product design, advanced engineering & technology, and superior after-sales service. Since 1945, Crown has maintained a vertically integrated approach to design, manufacture, and distribute innovations that boost productivity and operational efficiency. Their portfolio includes:
- Forklift trucks,
- Batteries and chargers,
- Automation solutions,
- Fleet management technologies,
- Warehouse solutions and design services.
Driven by a customer-first philosophy, Crown’s mission is: “When every minute matters, customers can count on Crown to keep their businesses moving.”
About the Role
Crown is seeking a passionate, skilled Service Technician to complete inspections, safety checks, and service, repair, and maintenance of forklift trucks, handling equipment, and plant. The role involves:
- Conducting inspections and safety checks in accordance with industry standards and regulations.
- Performing day-to-day maintenance, repairs, and fault diagnostics to meet first-fix targets.
- Preparing new equipment for deployment.
- Sourcing parts and materials from internal or external suppliers.
- Minimising downtime through efficient fault-finding and communication.
- Adhering to company procedures, Health & Safety (H&S), and COSHH regulations.
- Seeking opportunities for personal and team development.
- Ability to perform other duties as reasonably requested by management.
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Key Responsibilities
- Ensuring compliance with industry and regulatory safety checks.
- Completing mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic repairs to technical standards.
- Meeting service performance targets and maintaining operational efficiency.
- Collaborating with the team to keep forklift and plant operational.
- Staying updated with latest engineering techniques and advances in material handling technology.
Key Requirements
Essential Skills & Qualifications
- Full UK Driving Licence (essential).
- Proficiency in fault-finding and stock repairs.
- GCSE equivalent in English & Maths (Grade C or above).
- Experience with Health & Safety in workshop environments.
- Commitment to continuous professional development.
- Strong organisational skills, resourcefulness, and problem-solving ability.
- High accuracy and attention to detail.
- Ability to multi-task, prioritise workloads under pressure.
- Independenced and teamwork skills, with excellent verbal and written communication.
- Strong consultation, negotiation, and adaptability to meet diverse needs.
- Highly motivated, resilient, and able to work under pressure with a "can-do" mindset.
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Desirable
- Prior experience in forklift maintenance/service (not essential but advantageous).
- Engineering qualification or related training.
Vacancy Details
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Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8-hour days (with 30-minute lunch break).
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Holiday Entitlement: 25 days + Bank Holidays.
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Pension Benefits: Company pension plan.
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Additional Assurance: Crown fosters a culture of innovation and invests in employee growth, offering:
- Training and development opportunities.
- Competitive salaries and financial incentives.
- Discounted access to premium UK retail perks via Crown’s discount scheme.
- Ongoing support for tooling and workspace necessities.
- Health checks – Tell Us Health.
Company Culture
Crown cherishes its employees as the true force behind its success. Their culture emphasises:
- Team collaboration, innovation,
- employee development,
- varied social benefits.
How to Apply
For further inquiries or to express interest, contact:
UK Recruitment Team 📧 uk.recruitment@crown.com 📞 0800 470 4677
Thank you for your interest in joining Crown.
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