Mobile Forklift Technician – Van & Overtime

Kemp Recruitment Ltd; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van and fuel card

Company pension

Holiday allowance

Job summary

Kemp Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Mobile Forklift Engineer for Chelmsford and surrounding areas. The role involves servicing and repairing forklift trucks, diagnosing faults, and performing LOLER inspections to ensure compliance.

Hours are Monday–Friday, 40 hours with optional on-call rota. Basic salary £30,000–£38,000 with overtime leading to higher OTE figures and a company van with fuel card. We value longevity and a long-term commitment to one employer.

Qualifications

• Experience as forklift engineer or plant fitter with a stable work history.
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills are essential.
• Experience with diesel engines and electrical/hydraulic systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Service, maintain and repair forklift trucks and material handling equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical and hydraulic faults and repair as needed.
• Carry out LOLER inspections and safety checks.
• Complete service reports and site documentation accurately.
• Coordinate with parts to source and fit correct components.

Skills

Diesel engines

Fault finding

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

LOLER inspections

Longevity in roles

UK driving licence

Job description

Kemp Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Mobile Forklift Engineer for Chelmsford and surrounding areas. The role involves servicing and repairing forklift trucks, diagnosing faults, and performing LOLER inspections to ensure compliance.

Hours are Monday–Friday, 40 hours with optional on-call rota. Basic salary £30,000–£38,000 with overtime leading to higher OTE figures and a company van with fuel card. We value longevity and a long-term commitment to one employer.