Forklift Engineer

Executive Network Group; Southam CP; On-site; GBP 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A long-established materials-handling company in Southam is looking for an experienced Field Service Engineer. The role involves servicing, repairing, and maintaining a range of forklifts with responsibilities including routine maintenance, diagnostics, and customer support. Candidates should have strong mechanical skills, experience with different types of forklifts, and must hold a full UK Driving Licence. The position offers a basic salary of £42,000 plus overtime and benefits including a company van and training opportunities.

Benefits

£42,000 basic salary + overtime

Company van and fuel card

40-hour working week

28 days holiday + statutory

Ongoing training and qualifications

Genuine progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Typically 10+ years' experience working on forklifts or similar equipment.
• Full UK Driving Licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine servicing and preventative maintenance.
• Perform reactive repairs, diagnostics, and fault-finding.
• Complete LOLER/Thorough Examinations.
• Conduct component-level repairs on a range of trucks.
• Attend customer breakdowns within the local region.
• Deliver a professional, customer-focused service at all times.

Skills

Strong mechanical and electrical diagnostic ability

Experience with electric, diesel, or LPG forklifts

Customer interaction

Education

City & Guilds or NVQ Level 2/3 in Forklift, Plant, HGV, or similar mechanical discipline

Job description

Company Overview

Elite Consultancy Network is partnering with a long‑established, family‑run materials‑handling business based in Southam, Warwickshire. Operating since the early 1980s, the company has built a strong reputation for reliability, high‑quality engineering, and exceptional customer support. From their well‑equipped depot, they provide a full range of forklift solutions including hire, new and used sales, fleet maintenance, thorough examinations, and rapid breakdown response. Their engineering team is known for technical expertise, long tenure, and a commitment to professional standards, with LOLER/Thorough Examinations completed in‑house.

Role Overview – Field Service Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Field Service Engineer to join this respected engineering team. This is a field‑based position ideal for an engineer who enjoys autonomy, technical variety, and direct customer interaction. You will be responsible for servicing, repairing, and maintaining a range of forklift trucks across the local territory, carrying out diagnostics, attending breakdowns, and performing LOLER/Thorough Examinations.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out routine servicing and preventative maintenance
• Perform reactive repairs, diagnostics, and fault‑finding
• Complete LOLER/Thorough Examinations
• Conduct component‑level repairs on a range of trucks
• Attend customer breakdowns within the local region
• Deliver a professional, customer‑focused service at all times

Package & Benefits

• £42,000 basic salary + overtime
• Company van and fuel card
• 40‑hour working week (08:00-16:30)
• 28 days holiday + statutory
• Ongoing training and qualifications
• Genuine progression within a stable, long‑established business

Desired Skills, Qualifications & Experience

• City & Guilds or NVQ Level 2/3 in Forklift, Plant, HGV, or similar mechanical discipline (desirable, not essential)
• Strong mechanical and electrical diagnostic ability
• Experience with electric, diesel, or LPG forklifts
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Typically 10+ years' experience working on forklifts or similar equipment