Workshop Engineer; Forklifts
Job in
Newtongrange, Dalkeith, Midlothian county, EH193JQ, Scotland, UK
Listed on 2026-07-06
Listing for:
Interaction - Kettering
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-07-06
Job specializations:
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Field/Service Technician, Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Newtongrange
Workshop Engineer (Forklifts)
Location:
Wellingborough, Northamptonshire Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 (DOE) Overtime (1.5x)
Hours:
Monday – Friday, 08:00 – 17:00 Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time The Company Interaction Technical is working in partnership with a well-established and growing material handling company with a strong presence across the UK. Known for delivering high-quality handling and access solutions, they are expanding their workshop team and looking for an experienced Forklift Engineer. What's on Offer 24 days holiday bank holidays (32 total) Overtime available at 1.5x rate Ongoing training & development (electrical, mechanical & diagnostics) Company pension scheme Stable, workshop-based role (minimal travel) Excellent career progression opportunities Strong earning potential
The Role Based at the Wellingborough site, you will be responsible for servicing, maintaining, and repairing a range of forklift trucks and plant machinery within a workshop environment.
Key responsibilities include:
Diagnosing faults, carrying out servicing, and completing repairs on forklift and plant equipment Conducting pre-delivery inspections (PDI) on new and used machinery Carrying out mechanical and electrical fault finding Working on key systems including:
Engines Batteries Hydraulics Pneumatics Reconditioning and preparing equipment for hire or resale Completing job sheets and service records accurately Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised workshop What We're Looking For ? Experience working in the plant, agricultural, HGV or material handling industries (essential) ? Strong knowledge of hydraulics, electrical, and mechanical systems (essential) ?
Experience with engines and battery-powered equipment ? Solid fault finding, service, and repair skills ? NVQ / City & Guilds in mechanical/electrical engineering (advantageous) ? Ability to work independently and as part of a team About Interaction Recruitment Interaction Recruitment has specialist consultants operating across key sectors, including:
Technical & Engineering Industrial Commercial Finance & IT Hospitality We provide both permanent and temporary recruitment solutions nationwide. Apply Now For more information or to discuss this role further:
Julius: INDTE
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