Workshop Engineer

Travail Employment Group; Kettering; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + overtime

24 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Statutory pension

Development & progression

Bi‑annual company socials

On-site gym

Christmas Turkey

Job summary

A Workshop Engineer role with Travail Employment Group in Burton Latimer (UK) is seeking a technician to maintain, repair and service forklift trucks, MHE and related plant equipment. You will work closely with Field Service Engineers and the service team to keep the fleet in top condition, following safety procedures.

The ideal candidate has NVQ in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent, strong mechanical skills, good numeracy and communication, and the ability to meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical maintenance skills with experience in forklifts or MHE.
• NVQ in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent is required or advantageous.
• Good numeracy, problem-solving ability and attention to safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Repair, maintain and service forklift trucks, MHE and plant equipment.
• Diagnose faults and replace/repair defective parts.
• Request parts through the parts department as needed.
• Support fleet upkeep, including PDIs and routine servicing.
• Follow service procedures and site Health & Safety requirements.
• Collaborate with the Service Team and Field Engineers.
• Contribute to ongoing personal development and training.
• Maintain high standards of quality and compliance.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Attention to detail

Safety mindset

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

NVQ in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

PDA/software systems

Forklift knowledge (training provided)

Job description

Workshop Engineer

Full‑time | Monday-Friday | 08:00-17:00 | Salary £32,000 - £40,000 DOE+ Overtime & excellent benefits
Location - Burton Latimer

We are proud to be working with a long‑established, family‑run materials handling business is looking for a Workshop Engineer to join their growing team. Supplying a wide range of materials handling equipment, powered access, cleaning machinery and more across the UK, this company prides itself on quality, safety, and a close‑knit working culture where employees truly come first. You'll support the Workshop Manager in delivering high‑quality maintenance, inspections and repairs across a varied fleet, ensuring all workshop and on‑site activities are carried out safely and professionally.

The Role

As a Workshop Engineer, you'll be responsible for maintaining, repairing and servicing forklift trucks, MHE and plant equipment, ensuring assets are kept in top condition. Working closely with Field Service Engineers and the wider service team, you'll help keep the fleet running smoothly, support PDIs, request parts, and follow established service procedures. This role suits someone with strong mechanical skills, great attention to detail, and a proactive approach to safety and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

A typical day will consist of the following however you will be required to take on additional duties as requires to support the team and wider business

• Repair, maintain and service forklift trucks, MHE and plant equipment
• Diagnose faults and replace/repair defective parts
• Request parts through the parts department
• Support general upkeep of the fleet, including PDIs
• Report to the Service Team for scheduled work
• Follow all service procedures and site Health & Safety requirements
• Uphold company objectives, quality standards and compliance processes
• Pursue ongoing personal development and attend training as required
• Work flexibly and support colleagues across workshop and site operations

Experience required

• Previous experience as a vehicle engineer/fitter
• NVQ in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)
• Knowledge of forklift trucks would be advantageous however training is available
• Experience in materials handling, plant or similar industriesStrong numeracy and analytical skills and is good at problem solving
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to work to tight deadlines
• Flexible, supportive and team‑focused with excellent attention to detail
• Courteous, friendly and tactful
• Knowledge of forklift trucks (training available)
• Good working knowledge of PDA/software systems
• Personable and presentable

Please note that candidates are required to be UK residents within a commutable distance from Burton Latimer with Right to work documentation in place as sponosrship is not offered for this position.

What's On Offer

• Competitive salary + overtime
• 24 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
• Statutory pension
• Development & progression - the company invests heavily in its people
• Bi‑annual company socials
• Small on site gym
• A Christmas Turkey - continuing a long standing family tradition