Mobile Forklift Engineer

Luton Bennett; Northampton; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Door to door travel

Overtime pay 1.5x/2.0x

Company van (Ford Transit Custom)

Fuel card

Pension 6% employer / 4% employee

Training package

25 days holiday + bank holidays

IT equipment

Uniform and washed weekly

Discount vouchers

Job summary

Luton Bennett is seeking a Mobile Forklift Engineer in Northamptonshire to service and repair forklifts for a leading manufacturer. The role is permanent and field-based, with travel within a local radius.

Typical pay is up to £37k for 40 hours/week (8:00–16:30) or up to £42k for 45 hours (7:00–16:30). Fully expensed Ford Transit Custom van, travel allowances, pension, training, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, and other benefits are included.

Qualifications

• Experience with plant, forklifts, HGV, agricultural or similar equipment.
• Engine diagnostics and basic electrical skills.
• Level 3 or equivalent in a relevant subject.

Responsibilities

• Carry out PPM and breakdown on materials handling machinery on a field service engineering basis.
• Reactive breakdown coverage within the allocated geographical area.
• Complete comprehensive training to get fully competent on all machinery and equipment.
• Spares placed in van overnight.

Skills

Engine diagnostics

Electrical skills

Education

Level 3 or equivalent in a relevant subject

Job description

Mobile Forklift Engineer jobs in Northamptonshire

Mobile Forklift Engineer

#Job No. KS1009B.

Location:

Northamptonshire

£33k - 42k per year

Type:

Permanent

Job Description:

Mobile Forklift Engineer (Field Service Engineer/Mechanic/Vehicle Technician)

Northampton

Up to £37,000 Monday to Friday 40 Hours a Week, 8am to 4.30pm OR Up to £42,000 Monday to Friday 45 Hours a Week, 7am to 4.30pm

Benefits: Paid Door to Door Travel + Overtime at 1.5 and 2.0 + Fully Expensed Ford Transit Custom Van (can be used for personal use) + Fuel Card + 6% Employer and 4% Employee Pension + Training Package + 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays + IT Equipment + Uniform and Washed Weekly + Shopping/Discount Vouchers

Mobile Forklift Engineer role available in a highly successful and international manufacturer of forklift trucks.

The Mobile Forklift Engineer role will be suitable for candidates who have worked on cars, plant, forklifts, HGV, agricultural or similar equipment. If you are a Vehicle Technician/Mechanic looking for a change of industry and like the idea of being mobile role this role could really appeal.

Part of a team, you'll be responsible for carrying out PPM and breakdown on a range of forklifts in Northampton, typically an hour maximum from your home location. No stay away or extensive travel is required. Overtime is available if desired mostly in the week.

The Mobile Forklift Engineer Role in Brief:

• Carry out PPM and breakdown on materials handling machinery on a field service engineering basis
• Reactive breakdown coverage within the allocated geographical area
• Complete comprehensive training to get fully competent on all machinery and equipment
• Spares placed in van overnight

The Mobile Forklift Engineer Required:

• Plant, forklifts, HGV, agricultural or similar equipment, automotive technicians/motor trade will also be suitable
• Engine diagnostics and some basic electrical skills
• Ideally hold a level 3 or equivalent in a relevant subject