Workshop Engineer (Forklifts)

Company: Interaction Recruitment
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Location: Wellingborough
Job Description:

Workshop Engineer (Forklifts)

Location: Wellingborough, NorthamptonshireSalary: £35,000 – £40,000 (DOE) + Overtime (1.5x)Hours: Monday – Friday, 08:00 – 17:00Job 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

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Posted: July 4th, 2026