Field Service Engineer (Forklifts)

Interaction Recruitment; Nacton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading material handling company is seeking a Mobile Forklift Engineer in the UK. This role involves diagnosing faults, servicing, and repairing forklifts and machinery at customer sites. The position offers a competitive salary of £35,000–£39,000 (OTE £45,000+) with opportunities for overtime and excellent career progression. The ideal candidate will have experience in machinery repair, strong mechanical skills, and a valid UK driving license. A company van and benefits are included.

Benefits

24 days holiday + bank holidays

Paid travel time

Overtime at 1.5x

Company van & fuel card

Pension scheme

Full training & development

All expenses covered

Excellent earning potential & career progression

Qualifications

• Experience in forklift or plant machinery repair.
• Strong mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic knowledge.
• Familiarity with engines and batteries.
• Full UK driving license.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Hydraulic knowledge

Problem-solving

Education

NVQ/City & Guilds in mechanical/electrical engineering

Job description

Field Service Engineer (Forklifts)

Location: Ipswich, Suffolk
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

Apply Now

Contact Reegan on 01604 620032 / 07969154727 or email [e-mail]