Field Service Engineer (Material Handling)

TN United Kingdom; Kettering; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Field Based Forklift Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to work independently on customer sites, diagnosing and repairing plant and forklift machinery. With a focus on electrical and mechanical systems, you'll collaborate with customers to ensure their handling and lifting needs are met. Enjoy a competitive salary, generous annual leave, and a supportive environment that encourages internal progression. If you have a passion for engineering and customer service, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

24 days annual leave + public holidays

Door to Door Paid

Full training provided

Overtime at 1.5X

Pension scheme

Company van and Fuel Card

Travel time and expenses paid

Potential for internal progression

Qualifications

• Experience in the Plant or Forklift industries is essential.
• Full UK Drivers License is required.

Responsibilities

• Diagnosing faults, servicing, and repairing plant and forklift machinery.
• Traveling to sites to carry out repairs and create solutions.

Skills

Fault finding

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Hydraulics

Customer collaboration

Education

NVQ in Mechanical Engineering

City and Guilds in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job Details

Client: Interaction Recruitment

Location: Kettering, United Kingdom

Job Reference: 215bd804fad0

Job Views: 2

Posted: 07.05.2025

Expiry Date: 21.06.2025

Job Description

Overview

Reference: 442675

Salary: £33,000 - £40,000/annum

Location: Kettering, Northamptonshire, East Midlands, United Kingdom

Job Type: Permanent, Full-time

Posted: Friday, May 2, 2025

Job Role

• Field Based Forklift Engineer

Package

• 24 days annual leave + public holidays (total 32 days)
• Door to Door Paid
• Full training in electrical & mechanical repairs, fault finding, and diagnostics
• Overtime at 1.5X, always available
• Pension scheme
• Company van and Fuel Card (private use within reason)
• Travel time and expenses paid from home to/from site
• Potential for internal progression

Responsibilities

• Diagnosing faults, servicing, and repairing plant and forklift machinery
• Collaborating with customers regarding handling and lifting products
• Working independently on customer sites and collaborating with colleagues
• Traveling to sites to carry out repairs and create solutions
• Working on engines, batteries, pneumatics, hydraulics, and electrical/mechanical fault finding and repairs

Requirements

• Experience in the Plant or Forklift industries (essential)
• Experience with hydraulics, mechanical, and electrical systems (essential)
• Experience with engines and batteries (essential)
• Fault finding, repair, and service experience in electrical/mechanical systems
• Relevant qualifications (NVQ or City and Guilds in mechanical/electrical engineering) (advantageous)
• Full UK Drivers License

Thank you for your interest. We look forward to speaking with you soon.