Mobile Forklift Engineer

Holt Recruitment Group; Exeter; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Holt Recruitment Group is seeking a Mobile Forklift Engineer to service, repair, and maintain forklift trucks and material handling equipment in the Exeter area. The role includes diagnostics, fault-finding, and planned safety inspections.

You will join a supportive team with ongoing training and development opportunities, in a mobile role covered by a company van and fuel card. Ideal candidates will have an engineering background in forklift or related sectors, with NVQ or equivalent

Qualifications

• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a team.
• Positive, can-do attitude and commitment to delivering quality work.

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

Diagnostic skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Positive attitude

Education

NVQ or equivalent

Job description

Role: Mobile Forklift Engineer

Location: Exeter

Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 with Enhanced Overtime Rates

Shift: Mon- Fri DAYS

We are seeking a Mobile Forklift Engineer to join a friendly and supportive team based in the Exeter, Taunton or Wellington area.

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.

Whats on Offer:

• Opportunity to work with a top tier brand name in the industry
• Mobile-based role Company Van and fuel card
• Enhanced overtime rates with plenty of overtime available
• Full training and development provided
• Supportive team environment where youll 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 Were 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