How to become Forklift truck engineer
You can get into this job through:
- a college course
- an apprenticeship
- applying directly
College
You can do a course in vehicle mechanics before applying for a job with a garage or repair service. Courses include:
- Level 2 Certificate in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
- Level 2 Diploma in Plant or Machinery Maintenance
- Level 2 Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
Entry requirements
You'll usually need:
- 2 or more GCSEs at grades 9 to 3 (A* to D), or equivalent, for a level 2 course
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Apprenticeship
You can complete an advanced apprenticeship in lift truck and powered access vehicle engineering.
This typically takes 36 months to complete as a mix of learning in the workplace and off-the-job study.
Entry requirements
You'll usually need:
- 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, including English and maths, for an advanced apprenticeship
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Direct Application
You can apply for jobs if you've got experience in lorry or bus servicing, mechanical engineering, or repairing construction, military or agricultural machinery.