Mobile Forklift Engineer

Overview

Mobile Forklift Engineer – Ipswich, Suffolk | Earn £40,000 + van + fuel card + with door-to-door pay and overtime

We’re recruiting a Mobile Forklift Engineer to cover Ipswich, Suffolk, offering a field-based role with excellent earning potential and long-term stability. If you enjoy working independently, diagnosing faults on-site, and being trusted to manage your own workload, this is a great opportunity to take the next step in your engineering career.

Responsibilities

• Carry out on-site diagnostics, servicing, and repairs on forklift and material-handling equipment
• Perform routine maintenance, inspections, and safety checks
• Identify and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic faults
• Replace or repair faulty parts and components
• Complete service reports and maintain accurate documentation
• Provide technical guidance to customers on correct equipment use
• Ensure all work meets safety standards and manufacturer requirements
• Manage van stock, tools, and equipment effectively
• Respond to breakdown callouts and prioritise workloads
• Maintain a professional, customer-first approach on every visit

Requirements

• Background working on forklifts, plant, agriculture, HGVs, or powered access
• Strong fault-finding skills across mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems
• A reliable, organised approach to mobile engineering work
• Confidence working independently across Ipswich, Suffolk
• A positive attitude and pride in delivering excellent service as a Forklift engineer

What we offer

• Salary of £38,000 – £40,000
• Door-to-door pay, so all your travel time counts
• Bonus scheme to recognise performance
• Opportunities for overtime at enhanced rates
• A mobile role covering Ipswich, Suffolk, giving you variety and autonomy

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