Shift Maintenance Technician - Belfast

At Kalmar, we are moving goods in critical supply chains around the world. As the forerunner in sustainable material handling equipment and services, we set the industry benchmark for a zero-emission future. We are driven by teamwork, innovation, and taking ownership to deliver results. With our global reach and local expertise, our success starts with a strong focus on the customer, ensuring their needs guide our daily work. We are dedicated to respecting others and fostering an inclusive culture where all voices are heard, empowering us to succeed together. With us, your work has an impact. Your work moves the world!

Join the Kalmar Team as a Shift Maintenance Engineer and drive the future of sustainable innovation

At Kalmar, we’re not just moving materials; we’re moving toward a sustainable future - for today and generations to come. As the forerunner in sustainable material handling equipment and services, we make every move count.

Why Choose Kalmar?

As a Shift Maintenance Engineer, you will play a key role in maintaining, servicing, and repairing Kalmar and third-party equipment. Reporting to the Head of Service, you will ensure high-qualtiy maintenance support while delivering exceptional customer service through your technical expertise and professional interactions.

This is a site based role, working shifts, requiring a proactive approach to diagnostics, repairs and continue improvement of equipment performance.

What We Offer You

• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a salary package that reflects your expertise, plus fantastic benefits including a salary-sacrifice pension, life assurance, retail savings, discounts and more.
• Generous Overtime: Overtime rates starting at time and a half.
• Work-Life Balance: A 40-hour working week (with fixed three week shift pattern), 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), additional leave for long service, and the option to purchase extra days.
• Career Development: Access to excellent training and development opportunities to future-proof your skills.
• World-Class Support: Full technical and R&D assistance from a leading global manufacturer.
  
  

What You’ll Bring To The Role

• Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Mechanical and Electrical Engineering.
• Technical Expertise: Proven skills in maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electronic systems. The ability to read wiring diagrams and experience in fault-finding and diagnostics of PLC and CANBUS systems.
• Customer Focus: Ability to deliver exceptional service through clear communication, detailed reporting and a problem-solving mindset.
• Experience: Previous work in a similar role, ideally with forklift trucks, empty container handlers, terminal tractors and trailers, RTG cranes, STS cranes and, of course, Kalmar products.
• Location: Reside within 1 hour of Belfast Container Terminal.
• Adaptability: A head for heights and a readiness to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  
  

Ready to Elevate Your Career?

Be part of our global network of 1,300+ service engineers, driving sustainable solutions and making an impact worldwide. If you’re ready to take your career to new heights, we want to hear from you!

Apply now

And start your journey with Kalmar. Together, we’ll make every move count.

Want to know more?

Watch This Video Featuring Andy Ward, One Of Our Service Heros, As He Shares His Insights And The Impact Our Technicians Make Every Day!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0e9DyM3_V3Q

Contact hrservices@kalmarglobal for a full job description

About Kalmar

Kalmar (Nasdaq Helsinki: KALMAR) is moving goods in critical supply chains around the world, with the vision to be the forerunner in sustainable material handling equipment and services. The company offers a wide range of industry shaping heavy material handling equipment and services to ports and terminals, distribution centres, manufacturing and heavy logistics. Headquartered in Helsinki, Finland, Kalmar operates globally in over 120 countries and employs approximately 5,200 people. In 2024, the company's sales totalled approximately EUR 1.7 billion.

www.kalmarglobal.com