/Field Service Engineer

Field Service Engineer

Newton Aycliffe, County Durham, North East, Englandgbvia direct
// Job Type
Full Time
// Salary
GBP 36 - 43/hour
// Salary Range
36–43 GBP / hour
// Posted
2 months ago

About the Role

Pay: £36,000.00-£43,000.00 per year
Job Description:
Forklift Engineer (Mobile & Site) – Nationwide Opportunities
£36,000 – £43,000 + Overtime (1.5x) + Company Van + Career Progression

Looking for a better Forklift Engineer role?

We’re working with a range of established national dealerships and manufacturers who are actively hiring Forklift Engineers across the UK.
Whether you’re a Mobile Forklift Engineer or prefer a Site-based role, we have opportunities that offer stability, support, and genuine long-term progression.

What’s on Offer

  • £36,000 – £43,000 basic salary
  • Overtime paid at 1.5x hourly rate
  • Company van provided
  • 40-hour working week
  • 24 days holiday + bank holidays
  • Life assurance
  • Health cash plan
  • Ongoing manufacturer training & clear career progression
  • Door to Door Pay

The Role (Mobile & Site Opportunities Available)
As a Forklift Engineer, you will:

  • Carry out servicing, maintenance, and repairs on a wide range of forklift trucks and material handling equipment
  • Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic faults
  • Conduct LOLER inspections and ensure all equipment meets compliance standards
  • Complete thorough safety checks and pre-delivery inspections (PDI)
  • Carry out breakdowns and reactive maintenance, minimising customer downtime
  • Manage your own workload and service schedule effectively (mobile roles)
  • Accurately complete service reports, job sheets, and compliance documentation
  • Liaise with parts departments to ensure correct parts are ordered and fitted
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment
  • Provide a high level of customer service, representing the business professionally at all times

What Makes These Roles Different?

  • Family-feel companies – you’re treated as part of the team, not just a number
  • Well-structured service departments with strong back-office support
  • Opportunities to progress into senior engineer, specialist, or management roles
  • Work with a mix of premium manufacturers and established dealerships
  • Stable, long-term positions with low staff turnover

What We’re Looking For

  • Experience as a Forklift Engineer, Plant Engineer, or similar
  • Strong fault-finding and diagnostic ability
  • Experience or knowledge of LOLER inspections (preferred)
  • Ability to work independently and manage workload
  • Full UK driving license (for mobile roles)
  • A professional, reliable, and customer-focused attitude

Apply Now
If you’re a Forklift Engineer looking for a role with better pay, support, and long-term progression, apply today. Or call Jack on 0330 440 2323.

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