Mobile Forklift Engineer

Kemp Recruitment Ltd; Loughborough; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Mobile Forklift Engineer in Loughborough. This full-time role offers a competitive basic salary of £34,000 - £40,000 with an OTE of £43,000 - £46,000. Key responsibilities include servicing and repairing forklift trucks, conducting inspections, and attending breakdowns. Applicants should have engineering experience with forklifts or heavy machinery and hold an NVQ Level 2/3. Benefits include a fully equipped van, overtime, and training opportunities.

Benefits

£46,000 OTE & Van with personal use

Overtime at time and a half

Fully equipped van + fuel card

Internal training and development

23 days annual leave + bank holidays

Qualifications

• Engineering experience with forklifts, plant, or heavy machinery.
• NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent.
• Full UK driving license.
• Good fault-finding and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Service and repair forklift trucks and similar machinery.
• Perform LOLER inspections and fault diagnostics.
• Attend breakdowns and customer sites as required.
• Complete all job paperwork and ensure health and safety compliance.

Job description

Overview

Mobile Forklift Engineer

Salary: £34,000 - £40,000 Basic & Van with Personal Use
OTE: £43,000 - £46,000
Monday - Friday | 40 Hours | Day Shifts
Van + Fuel Card | Overtime at 1.5x

My client, a nationally recognized provider of forklift and materials handling solutions, is seeking a reliable and experienced Mobile Forklift Engineer to join their service team. This is a full-time position with ongoing support, training and a clear route for progression.

Responsibilities

• Service and repair forklift trucks and similar machinery
• Perform LOLER inspections and fault diagnostics
• Attend breakdowns and customer sites as required
• Complete all job paperwork and ensure health and safety compliance

Requirements

• Engineering experience with forklifts, plant, or heavy machinery
• NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent
• Full UK driving license
• Good fault-finding and communication skills

What’s on offer

• £46,000 OTE & Van with personal use
• Overtime at time and a half
• Fully equipped van + fuel card
• Internal training and development
• 23 days annual leave + bank holidays

If you don't meet every requirement but have a solid engineering foundation, you are encouraged to apply — training will be provided for the right person.

Contact Jack at Kemp Recruitment on (phone number removed) or submit your CV today. INDJH1