Mobile Forklift Engineer

Mobile Forklift Engineer

Location: Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
Salary: £35,000 – £44,000 basic
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 17:00 (Door-to-door paid + overtime at 1.5x)

Interaction Technical have partnered with a well-established and growing material handling business, currently seeking an experienced Field-Based Forklift Engineer to join their expanding team.

Our client delivers materials handling and access solutions to customers across the UK, with a strong nationwide presence and excellent reputation within the industry.

• 24 days annual leave + bank holidays (32 days total)
• Door-to-door travel paid
• Overtime available at 1.5x (regularly available)
• Company van and fuel card (private use available)
• All travel time and expenses covered
• Pension scheme
• Ongoing training and development (mechanical & electrical)
• Strong earning potential with clear progression opportunities

• Diagnose faults, service, and carry out repairs on forklifts and plant equipment
• Attend breakdowns and complete emergency repairs on-site
• Work independently across customer sites while maintaining high service standards
• Liaise with customers to provide effective solutions
• Complete service reports and ensure accurate documentation
• Travel to various sites to carry out planned and reactive maintenance

• Proven experience in the forklift or plant industry (essential)
• Strong mechanical and electrical fault‑finding skills (essential)
• Experience with hydraulics, engines, and battery systems (essential)
• Relevant engineering qualification (NVQ/City & Guilds – desirable)
• Full UK driving licence