Forklift Engineer: Training, Overtime & Team Focus

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

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.