Job Description:

Mobile Forklift Engineer

Location: Croydon, Greater London
Salary: £36,000 – £44,000 (door-to-door paid)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 17:00 + overtime at 1.5x

The Company

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

Our client provides materials handling and access solutions to customers nationwide, with multiple sites across the UK and a strong industry reputation.

The Package

• 24 days annual leave + bank holidays (32 days total)
• Door-to-door travel paid
• Overtime available at 1.5x
• Company van and fuel card (private use available)
• All travel time and expenses covered
• Ongoing training and development (mechanical & electrical)
• Long-term progression opportunities, including leadership routes
• Excellent earning potential

The Role

• Diagnose faults, service, and repair forklifts and plant equipment
• Respond to breakdowns and carry out reactive maintenance
• Travel to customer sites to complete planned and emergency work
• Work independently while maintaining high service standards
• Liaise with customers to provide effective technical solutions
• Complete job reports and ensure accurate documentation
• Work on engines, batteries, hydraulics, and electrical/mechanical systems

Requirements

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

About Interaction Recruitment

Interaction Recruitment supports clients and candidates across a wide range of sectors, including Technical & Engineering, Industrial, Commercial, Finance & IT, and Hospitality. We offer both temporary and permanent recruitment solutions.

For more information or to discuss this role, please contact:
Julius
(phone number removed)
(url removed)

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