Forklift Battery Engineer
Job in
Reading, Berkshire, RG1, England, UK
Listed on 2026-05-03
Listing for:
Impact Recruitment
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-05-03
Job specializations:
-
Trades / Skilled Labor
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Installation Technician, Field/Service Technician
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Salary
: £28,000 - £33,000 per annum + Company Van, Equipment, Benefits
Location
:
Reading, Berkshire, GB
Hours
:
Monday - Friday (8-hour shifts)
Contract
:
Permanent
About the role
:
Are you an experienced Forklift Battery Engineer with a background in battery repair and a passion for delivering excellent service? Do you enjoy working independently and solving technical challenges on-site? If so, we want to hear from you.
We are currently recruiting for a Forklift Battery Engineer to cover Reading and surrounding areas
. This is a field-based role with no call-out requirements, offering autonomy and flexibility for the right candidate.
- Service, maintain, and repair forklift battery systems on customer sites
- Carry out routine battery maintenance including topping, cleaning, and inspections
- Diagnose faults and carry out repairs on batteries and chargers
- Liaise with customers and provide a high level of service and communication
- Complete job sheets and service reports accurately and on time
- Prepare and transport equipment safely between sites
- Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and internal teams
- Work closely with the service department to plan and prioritise workload
- Provide support for additional cover when required
- Have strong electrical knowledge and experience working with forklift batteries (charger repair desirable)
- Hold a full UK Driving Licence (company van provided)
- Be confident, professional, and well‑organised
- Have excellent communication and customer service skills
- Be able to work independently and manage their own workload
- Be diligent, reliable, and capable of working under pressure
- Have experience within an MHE or materials handling environment (desirable but not essential)
- Be IT literate and comfortable completing documentation and reports
- Company pension
- Flexible working schedule
- Overtime opportunities
- Company van and equipment provided
- On-the-job training and development
If this role sounds of interest to you then please apply with an up-to-date CV.
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