About the position
Hands-on, on the move! Be the go-to Technician! Is this you? You're a technically minded, hands-on problem solver who loves getting stuck into the details. Fault finding, fixing, and fine-tuning are second nature to you. You take pride in getting forklifts back up and running quickly and safely. You're dependable, organised, and enjoy working independently, yet you know when to reach out to your team. What you'll be doing (and why you'll enjoy it): You'll be servicing and maintaining a fleet of mainly electric forklifts across key sites in your region. From diagnosing electrical and mechanical faults to completing scheduled maintenance and responding to breakdowns, you'll ensure all equipment runs smoothly and efficiently. You'll record your work accurately, manage parts, and communicate effectively with site teams, keeping operations flowing. With a mix of site visits, on-call support, and occasional travel, no two days will be the same. Where you'll be doing it: You'll join a respected international leader in material handling solutions, known for their innovation in electric forklift technology. You will be based in the KZN area. What you'll need: You'll have at least 5 years of experience as a Technician working on forklifts or similar equipment, ideally with both electrical and mechanical exposure. A relevant trade test or N3 in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering is required. You're confident diagnosing and repairing faults, can manage your time effectively, and hold a valid driver's licence. Experience with electric forklifts will be a bonus, training is available if you're strong on the mechanical side. You will need to have your own tool box. What you'll get: You'll earn a competitive, market-related salary with 100% medical aid cover and a portion to pension. You will also receive standby and overtime, and the chance to work with cutting-edge electric machinery. This is a company that rewards commitment, with an annual bonus and opportunities for ongoing technical development. How to apply: For a confidential discussion please contact Katharina Thieme-Schiess on Linkedin, [Phone Number Removed]; or send your CV to [Email Address Removed]. We appreciate that your CV might not be fully up to date, no problem, just send us what you have. We do respond to everyone! Just give us a few days to work through your application. Please note: This position is for 2026. Our team is currently on a well-deserved break over the holiday season, we will review all applications as soon as we return. Rest assured, we'll get back to you promptly once operations resume. Thank you for your patience and understanding, we wish you a joyful festive season!
Their team culture values reliability, professionalism, and teamwork, with a strong focus on quality service and technical excellence. You'll be supported by a dedicated Service Manager and a network of experienced Technicians who share your passion for machinery that works perfectly.
Desired Skills:
- Forklift
- Technician
- Drivers Licence
- Mechanical
- electrical
- Fault Finding
- Time Management
- Client Liason
- Customer Service
Desired Work Experience:
- 5 to 10 years
Desired Qualification Level:
- Certificate
