ZipRecruiter is hiring: Field Service Engineer (Forklift) in Northampton

Job Title: Field-Based Forklift Engineer

Location: Northampton, Northamptonshire

Salary: £33,000-£39,000 base (OTE £45,000+) - paid door to door

Hours: Monday-Friday, 08:00-17:00 + Door to Door Paid + Overtime @ 1.5x

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Company

Interaction Technical is proud to partner with a leading material handling firm that is experiencing significant growth. We are seeking an experienced mobile forklift repair engineer to join their dynamic team. Our client provides comprehensive handling and access solutions across the UK, with multiple sites nationwide.

Benefits Package

• 24 days annual leave + public holidays (32 days total)
• Paid travel time from door to door
• Extensive training and development in electrical and mechanical repairs, fault finding, and diagnostics
• Overtime available at 1.5x
• Pension scheme
• Company van and fuel card, including reasonable private use
• All travel time and expenses covered from home to/from site
• Exceptional earning potential with opportunities for career advancement

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose faults, service, and perform emergency repairs/breakdowns on plant and forklift machinery
• Collaborate with customers regarding plant, lifting, and handling products
• Work independently at customer sites and collaborate with colleagues to ensure proper documentation and solutions
• Travel to various sites to repair equipment and develop effective solutions
• Work on engines, batteries, pneumatics, hydraulics, and perform mechanical and electrical fault finding and repairs

Requirements

• Previous experience in the plant or forklift industries (essential)
• Experience with hydraulics, mechanical, and electrical systems (essential)
• Experience with engines and batteries (essential)
• Electrical and/or mechanical fault finding, repair, and service experience
• Relevant qualifications (NVQ or City and Guilds in mechanical/electrical engineering) are advantageous
• Full UK Driver's License