Mobile Forklift Engineer (0000055026)

Overview

Reference
0000055026

Salary
£35,000 - £40,000/annum

Job Location
- United Kingdom -- England -- East Midlands -- Northamptonshire -- Kettering

Job Type
Permanent

Posted
30 June 2026


Job Role: Mobile Forklift Engineer
Location: Kettering, Northamptonshire
Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 base (OTE £45,000+) – Door to Door Paid
Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 17:00 + Overtime at 1.5x
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent


The Client:
Interaction Technical has partnered with a well-established and growing material handling company. Operating nationwide, our client provides handling and access solutions to a wide range of businesses across the UK. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Field Service Engineer to join their expanding team.


The Package:

  • 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays (32 days total)
  • Door to door pay (all travel time paid)
  • Overtime available at 1.5x
  • Company van and fuel card (private use included within reason)
  • All travel time and expenses covered
  • Ongoing training and development (electrical, mechanical and diagnostics)
  • Long-term progression opportunities (including leadership roles)
  • Strong earning potential (OTE £45,000+)

The Duties:

  • Diagnose faults, service and repair forklift and plant equipment
  • Carry out breakdown response and preventative maintenance
  • Perform mechanical and electrical fault finding
  • Work on engines, batteries, hydraulics and pneumatics
  • Travel to customer sites and perform on-site repairs
  • Build strong working relationships with customers
  • Complete job sheets and service documentation accurately

The Requirements:

  • Previous experience within the plant or forklift industry (essential)
  • Strong hydraulic, electrical and mechanical knowledge (essential)
  • Experience working on engines and battery-powered equipment
  • Fault finding, service and repair experience
  • NVQ or City & Guilds in engineering (advantageous)
  • Full UK driving licence

About Interaction Recruitment:
Interaction Recruitment has specialist consultants across a wide range of industries, including Technical & Engineering, Industrial, Commercial, Finance & IT, and Hospitality. We provide both temporary and permanent recruitment solutions across the UK.


Apply:
For more information or to discuss this opportunity, please contact:
Julius
Phone: 07791 957500
Email: Julius.okmanas@irweb.co.uk

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Contact information

Julius Okmanas