Field Service Engineer (Forklift)

Interaction Recruitment; Northampton; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading material handling firm is seeking a Field-Based Forklift Engineer in Northampton. This full-time role offers a salary range of £33,000-£39,000 with an OTE of £45,000+, plus door-to-door pay. You'll diagnose faults, provide emergency repairs, and have opportunities for extensive training and career advancement. A full UK Driver's License and experience in the industry are essential.

Benefits

24 days annual leave + public holidays

Paid travel time from door to door

Pension scheme

Company van and fuel card

Qualifications

• Previous experience in the plant or forklift industries is essential.
• Experience with hydraulics, mechanical, and electrical systems is essential.
• Full UK Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose faults and perform emergency repairs on forklift machinery.
• Collaborate with customers regarding handling products.
• Travel to various sites to repair equipment.

Skills

Experience in the plant or forklift industries

Hydraulics experience

Electrical fault finding

Mechanical fault finding

Education

NVQ or City and Guilds in mechanical/electrical engineering

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Field-Based Forklift Engineer
Location: Northampton, Northamptonshire
Salary: £33,000-£39,000 base (OTE £45,000+) - paid door to door
Hours: Monday-Friday, 08:00-17:00 + Door to Door Paid + overtime @ 1.5x
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Company

Interaction Technical is proud to partner with a leading material handling firm that is experiencing significant growth. We are seeking an experienced mobile forklift repair engineer to join their dynamic team. Our client provides comprehensive handling and access solutions across the UK, with multiple sites nationwide.

Benefits

• 24 days annual leave + public holidays (32 days total)
• Paid travel time from door to door
• Extensive training and development in electrical and mechanical repairs, fault finding, and diagnostics
• Overtime available at 1.5x
• Pension scheme
• Company van and fuel card, including reasonable private use
• All travel time and expenses covered from home to/from site
• Exceptional earning potential with opportunities for career advancement

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose faults, service, and perform emergency repairs/breakdowns on plant and forklift machinery
• Collaborate with customers regarding plant, lifting, and handling products
• Work independently at customer sites and collaborate with colleagues to ensure proper documentation and solutions
• Travel to various sites to repair equipment and develop effective solutions
• Work on engines, batteries, pneumatics, hydraulics, and perform mechanical and electrical fault finding and repairs

Requirements

• Previous experience in the plant or forklift industries (essential)
• Experience with hydraulics, mechanical, and electrical systems (essential)
• Experience with engines and batteries (essential)
• Electrical and/or mechanical fault finding, repair, and service experience
• Relevant qualifications (NVQ or City and Guilds in mechanical/electrical engineering) are advantageous
• Full UK Driver's License

About Interaction Recruitment

Interaction Recruitment has specialist consultants across various industries in the UK, including Finance & IT, Technical & Engineering, Industrial, Commercial, and Hospitality. We offer both temporary and permanent support. For more information about this position or to discuss other opportunities, contact Michael (phone number removed) or email.

Thank you for considering this opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you soon!

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