Forklift Workshop Engineer | Training & Overtime

Interaction Recruitment; Northampton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24 days holiday

Overtime 1.5x

Training & development

Company pension

Workshop-based role

Career progression

Strong earning potential

Job summary

Interaction Technical is seeking a Workshop Engineer (Forklifts) to join the workshop team in Northamptonshire. The role involves servicing, maintaining and repairing forklift trucks and plant machinery at the Wellingborough site, in a dedicated workshop environment.

You will diagnose faults, perform servicing, and complete repairs with a focus on engines, hydraulics, batteries, and electrical systems. Monday–Friday, 08:00–17:00, permanent full-time role with overtime opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must have experience in plant, agricultural, HGV or material handling industries.
• Strong knowledge of hydraulics, electrical and mechanical systems.
• Experience with engines and battery-powered equipment.
• Solid fault finding, service and repair skills.
• NVQ / City & Guilds in mechanical/electrical engineering is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose faults, service and repair forklift trucks and plant equipment in a workshop.
• Carry out pre-delivery inspections and prepare equipment for hire or resale.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised workshop.
• Complete job sheets and service records accurately.

Skills

Fault finding

Engines & batteries

Hydraulics & electrical

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

NVQ/City & Guilds in mechanical/electrical engineering

Job description

Interaction Technical is seeking a Workshop Engineer (Forklifts) to join the workshop team in Northamptonshire. The role involves servicing, maintaining and repairing forklift trucks and plant machinery at the Wellingborough site, in a dedicated workshop environment.

You will diagnose faults, perform servicing, and complete repairs with a focus on engines, hydraulics, batteries, and electrical systems. Monday–Friday, 08:00–17:00, permanent full-time role with overtime opportunities.