Workshop Engineer – Forklift & MHE Expert

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

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime

Excellent benefits

Job summary

Travail Employment Group is seeking a Workshop Engineer in Milton Keynes for a full‑time role. You will support the Workshop Manager in maintenance, inspections and repairs across a varied fleet, ensuring safety and professionalism in all workshop and site activities.

A typical day includes repairing, maintaining and servicing equipment, diagnosing faults, requesting parts, and ensuring PDIs are completed to schedule. Overtime is available and benefits are described in the ad.

Qualifications

• 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 industries.
• Strong numeracy and analytical skills with good problem solving.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work to tight deadlines.
• Flexible, supportive and team‑focused with excellent attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Vehicle maintenance

Problem solving

Communication

Numeracy

Team player

Attention to detail

Forklift knowledge

Education

NVQ in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

PDA/software systems

Job description

Travail Employment Group is seeking a Workshop Engineer in Milton Keynes for a full‑time role. You will support the Workshop Manager in maintenance, inspections and repairs across a varied fleet, ensuring safety and professionalism in all workshop and site activities.

A typical day includes repairing, maintaining and servicing equipment, diagnosing faults, requesting parts, and ensuring PDIs are completed to schedule. Overtime is available and benefits are described in the ad.