Workshop Engineer (Forklifts / Material Handling) Location: Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire Salary: £35,(Apply online only) - £40,(Apply online only) Basic + Overtime (OTE £45,(Apply online only) - £50,(Apply online only)+) Benefits: Manufacturer Training | Overtime Available | Career Progression | Modern Workshop Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm (42.5 Hours) Contract: Permanent Join a Leading Material Handling Specialist Interaction Technical is working in partnership with a leading materials handling business to recruit an experienced Workshop Engineer for their Milton Keynes depot. This is an excellent opportunity for a mechanically minded engineer to join a well-established company that genuinely invests in its employees. Offering ongoing manufacturer training, excellent workshop facilities, overtime opportunities and genuine progression routes, this position provides long-term stability and career development. Whether you're currently repairing forklift trucks or have experience working on plant machinery, agricultural equipment, powered access equipment, commercial vehicles, HGVs or automotive systems, we'd like to hear from you. What's on Offer? Competitive basic salary of £35,(Apply online only)-£40,(Apply online only) Regular overtime opportunities Manufacturer-accredited training Modern, fully equipped workshop 24 days holiday plus bank holidays Company pension scheme Continuous technical development Clear progression opportunities Stable and growing organisation Supportive engineering environment The Role As a Workshop Engineer, you will be responsible for the servicing, maintenance, diagnosis and repair of a wide range of forklift trucks and material handling equipment within a busy depot workshop. Working alongside experienced engineers, you will ensure machines are maintained, repaired and prepared to the highest standards before being returned to customers. Key Responsibilities Service, maintain and repair forklift trucks and material handling equipment Diagnose electrical, hydraulic and mechanical faults Carry out planned maintenance and safety inspections Complete major repairs and component replacements Prepare equipment for customer delivery Conduct Pre-Delivery Inspections (PDIs) Accurately complete workshop documentation and service reports Maintain high standards of housekeeping and health & safety Work collaboratively within the engineering team Training & Development Our client is committed to investing in their engineers and offers continuous training and development opportunities. Training opportunities include: Manufacturer-specific forklift training Advanced diagnostics and fault-finding Electrical systems training Hydraulic systems training Battery and charging technology courses Health & Safety certifications Senior Engineer development programmes Team Leader and Management progression routes Whether you're already a Forklift Engineer or looking to transfer your skills from another engineering background, a structured development plan will support your long-term progression. About You We're keen to speak with engineers who have experience servicing, maintaining or repairing machinery, vehicles or mobile equipment. Suitable Backgrounds Forklift Engineer Workshop Engineer Plant Fitter Plant Engineer Agricultural Engineer Powered Access Engineer Construction Equipment Engineer HGV Technician Vehicle Technician Mechanical Engineer Essential Requirements Strong mechanical fault-finding skills Good hydraulic and electrical knowledge Experience working on engines and mobile machinery Ability to work independently and within a team Positive attitude and willingness to develop Full UK Driving Licence preferred Why Join? This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys hands-on repair and maintenance work within a workshop environment. You'll benefit from access to specialist tooling, experienced colleagues, ongoing manufacturer training and genuine opportunities to progress your career while enjoying excellent job security. Apply Today If you're looking for a workshop-based engineering role offering excellent training, long-term progression and strong earning potential, we'd like to hear from you. Reegan Turney (phone number removed) (url removed) Keywords: Workshop Engineer, Forklift Engineer, Forklift Technician, Workshop Technician, Plant Fitter, Plant Engineer, Agricultural Engineer, Powered Access Engineer, Construction Equipment Engineer, HGV Technician, Vehicle Technician, Mechanical Engineer, Maintenance Engineer, Material Handling Engineer, Depot Engineer, Workshop Fitter
Workshop Engineer (Forklifts / Material Handling) in Wavendon employer: Interaction Recruitment
Interaction Recruitment is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values teamwork and employee well-being. With competitive pay and flexible shifts, this role in Gateshead provides opportunities for personal growth and skill development, making it an ideal choice for those seeking meaningful employment in a dynamic environment.
