Forklift Engineer

Holt Recruitment; Burton upon Trent; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top brand name

Enhanced overtime rates

Training and development provided

Supportive team

Job summary

Holt Recruitment is seeking a Forklift Engineer in Burton upon Trent to join a friendly, supportive team. Salary £35,000–£40,000 with enhanced overtime rates, and a Mon–Fri day shift.

The role focuses on servicing, repairing, and maintaining forklifts and material handling equipment while following company procedures. This position offers ongoing training, great earning potential, and a workplace that values its people.

Qualifications

• Engineering background in forklift, plant, agricultural, HGV or automotive fields.
• Ideally NVQ or equivalent qualification in related discipline.
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills.
• Positive, can-do attitude with commitment to quality.
• Ability to work effectively within a team.

Responsibilities

• Service, repair and maintain a variety of forklift trucks and material handling equipment.
• Conduct diagnostics and fault-finding to identify and resolve issues efficiently.
• Carry out planned maintenance and safety inspections to a high standard.
• Ensure all work is completed accurately and in line with company procedures.
• Contribute to a positive, productive and safe workshop environment.

Skills

Forklift

Plant

Agricultural

HGV

Automotive

Education

NVQ or equivalent

Job description

Role: Forklift Engineer

Location: Burton upon Trent

Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 with Enhanced Overtime Rates

Shift: Mon- Fri - DAYS

We are seeking a Forklift Engineer to join a friendly and supportive team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer looking for a stable position with ongoing training, great earning potential, and the chance to work with a company that truly values its people.

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to work with a top tier brand name in the industry


• Enhanced overtime rates with plenty of overtime available


• Full training and development provided


• Supportive team environment where you'll be valued and recognised

The Role

• Service, repair, and maintain a variety of forklift trucks and material handling equipment


• Conduct diagnostics and fault-finding to identify and resolve issues efficiently


• Carry out planned maintenance and safety inspections to a high standard


• Ensure all work is completed accurately and in line with company procedures


• Contribute to a positive, productive, and safe workshop environment

What We're Looking For

• Engineering background in Forklift, Plant, Agricultural, HGV, or Automotive considered.


• Ideally an NVQ or equivalent qualification in a related discipline


• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills


• A positive, can-do attitude and a commitment to delivering quality work


• Ability to work effectively within a team environment