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Mobile Forklift Engineer

Interaction - KetteringKettering, Northamptonshire🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 6 Jul 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

You'll thrive as a Mobile Forklift Engineer by leveraging your mechanical and electrical expertise to provide essential on-site repairs and maintenance for a leading material handling company, with excellent earning potential reaching £45,000+ and clear paths for career progression. This role offers substantial growth opportunities through ongoing training and development, allowing you to expand your skillset while enjoying competitive compensation and the benefits of door-to-door pay. Don't miss this chance to advance your career with a reputable and expanding organization!

Quick Overview

Salary
£35k - £40k/yr
Work Type
On Site
Schedule
Full Time
Level
Mid Senior

Job Description

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:

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