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English speaking forklift mechanic

€4,000 - €5,000
Vacancy Number: 2026-24547
  • • Fulltime
  • • Druten
  • • MBO 2

Vacancy information

As a Forklift Mechanic, you are responsible for maintaining, repairing, and improving our internal transport equipment. You ensure that our forklifts are always safe, reliable, and ready for use.You will work in a dynamic technical environment, closely collaborating with fellow mechanics and the production team.


Together, you ensure that breakdowns are resolved quickly and preventive maintenance is carried out efficiently.

With your technical skills you play a key role in keeping our production process running smoothly and safely.


What will you do?

  • Perform maintenance, repairs, and inspections on Linde forklifts
  • Diagnose and resolve mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues
  • Carry out preventive maintenance and safety inspections
  • Record work performed and findings in the system (Ultimo)
  • Contribute ideas to improve equipment and maintenance processes
  • Maintain a safe, clean, and organized workshop
  • Work both independently and as part of a team

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Salary
€4,000 - €5,000
Employment
Fulltime
Education
MBO 2
Location
Druten
Contracttype
Vast

About the position

As a Forklift Mechanic, you are responsible for maintaining, repairing, and improving our internal transport equipment. You ensure that our forklifts are always safe, reliable, and ready for use.You will work in a dynamic technical environment, closely collaborating with fellow mechanics and the production team.


Together, you ensure that breakdowns are resolved quickly and preventive maintenance is carried out efficiently.

With your technical skills you play a key role in keeping our production process running smoothly and safely.


What will you do?

  • Perform maintenance, repairs, and inspections on Linde forklifts
  • Diagnose and resolve mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues
  • Carry out preventive maintenance and safety inspections
  • Record work performed and findings in the system (Ultimo)
  • Contribute ideas to improve equipment and maintenance processes
  • Maintain a safe, clean, and organized workshop
  • Work both independently and as part of a team

What we offer

You will join a professional yet informal working environment with attractive conditions:

  • Salary between €3,500 and €4,500 gross per month (based on 40 hours, including ADV allowance)
  • Varied technical work with modern forklifts and transport equipment
  • Training and career development opportunities
  • 25 vacation days
  • 8% pension contribution via STIPP
  • Travel allowance from 10 km
  • Informal and friendly working atmosphere
  • Plenty of room for initiative and personal growth
  • Every Friday: fries with your colleagues

Job Requirements

Are you a hands-on technician with a passion for mechanics? Then you are a great fit for this team:

  • MBO-level (vocational) thinking and working level in a technical field, or willingness to learn
  • Experience as a mechanic or with forklifts is a plus
  • Strong technical insight and problem-solving mindset
  • Knowledge of hydraulics and electrical systems is an advantage
  • Ability to work independently and take responsibility
  • Forklift certificate is a plus or willingness to obtain one
  • Eager to learn and develop yourself
  • Good command of English or Dutch

About the company

You will be working at a technical and innovative production company in Druten, where internal transport and machine reliability are essential to daily operations.The company has an informal, no-nonsense culture where teamwork is key. There is a strong focus on safety, craftsmanship, and personal development, giving you the opportunity to grow both in your role and within the organization.

We believe in equal opportunities and our vacancies are open to everyone.

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