Field Service Engineer (Forklifts)

Interaction - Northampton; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading material handling company is seeking a Mobile Forklift Engineer to diagnose and repair forklifts and plant machinery at customer sites. This full-time role offers a salary of £35,000–£39,000 with OTE of £45,000+, paid travel time, and excellent benefits including a company van, pension scheme, and comprehensive training. Candidates should have experience in machinery repair and a full UK driving license. Immediate applications are encouraged for this rewarding opportunity.

Benefits

24 days holiday + bank holidays

Paid travel time

Company van & fuel card

Pension scheme

Full training & development

All expenses covered

Excellent earning potential

Qualifications

• Experience in forklift or plant machinery repair is essential.
• Strong mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic knowledge required.
• Full UK driving licence is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair mechanical/electrical faults on forklifts.
• Perform servicing and emergency breakdown repairs.
• Work independently at customer sites.

Skills

Forklift or plant machinery repair

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Hydraulic knowledge

Familiarity with engines and batteries

Education

NVQ / City & Guilds in mechanical / electrical engineering

Job description

Field Service Engineer (Forklifts)

Location: Leicester, Leicestershire

Salary: £35,000–£39,000 (OTE £45,000+) – Paid Door-to-Door

Hours: Mon–Fri, 08:00–17:00 + Overtime (1.5x)

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About the Role

Join a leading material handling company as a Mobile Forklift Engineer. You'll diagnose faults, service, and repair forklift and plant machinery at customer sites across the region.

What's on Offer

• 24 days holiday + bank holidays (32 total)
• Paid travel time (door-to-door)
• Overtime always available at 1.5x
• Company van & fuel card (private use allowed)
• Pension scheme
• Full training & development
• All expenses covered
• Excellent earning potential & career progression

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair mechanical/electrical faults on forklifts and plant equipment
• Perform servicing and emergency breakdown repairs
• Work independently at customer sites and maintain accurate documentation
• Travel to various locations for repairs and maintenance

Requirements

• Experience in forklift or plant machinery repair (essential)
• Strong mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic knowledge
• Familiarity with engines and batteries
• NVQ / City & Guilds in mechanical / electrical engineering (advantageous)
• Full UK driving licence

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Contact Reegan on

01604 620032

07969154727

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