Mobile Forklift Engineer

CP22535

Mobile Forklift Truck Engineer
£36,000 - £42,000 + Company Van
East Midlands - Derby / Burton / Nottingham / Long Eaton

Alecto Recruitment is working with a leading independent materials‑handling specialist, a business with decades of reputation, exceptional customer loyalty, and a track record of delivering fast, reliable, engineer‑led service. They're widely recognised as one of the strongest, most established players in the industry, with a culture built around quality, speed and genuine customer care.

This is your chance to join a stable, long‑standing organisation that invests heavily in ongoing training, technical development and engineer progression. If you want a role where you're supported, trusted and given room to grow, this is exactly the environment you want to be in.

A major stand‑out in this role is the engineer‑first mindset, optional overtime, structured training on Gas/Diesel/Electric trucks, modern systems, and a leadership team that genuinely puts your development, your progression and your earning potential first.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary £36,000-£42,000
• Company van
• Mon-Fri 08:00-16:30
• Optional overtime
• Long‑term stability + continuous training
• A business that backs its engineers

The Role

• Service & maintain Gas, Diesel and Electric forklift trucks
• Fault‑find & diagnose across multiple brands
• Carry out repairs, overhauls and routine inspections
• Maintain van stock, tools and manuals
• Keep company property clean and in good order
• Follow all Health & Safety procedures

Requirements

• Experience as a General Mechanic / Forklift Service Engineer
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work with minimum supervision
• Understanding of general mechanics - forklift experience preferred
• Full UK driving licence
• 3 years' experience
• Training is provided for Gas, Diesel and Electric trucks - making this perfect for engineers from the motor trade who want a stable, rewarding step up.

Why This Role
This advert is built to speak directly to the engineer who's tired of being undervalued, wants progression, wants stability, and wants a company that actually invests in them.

If you're that engineer - this is your next move.

If you're an experienced Fork Truck Engineer looking to progress, take on a new challenge, and be valued for your expertise, we want to hear from you.

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