Average Forklift Engineer salary in the UK

Forklift Engineer Birmingham £38'000 - £39'000 + OTE £50'000 + Van + Fuel Card + Local Patch + Specialist Manufacturer Training + Pension + ' Immmideate Start' Are you a Forklift Engineer Looking for a fresh challenge with a leading manufacturer? We're offering a rare opportunity to join a well-established, highly respected company, where you'll enjoy a local patch and a chance to progress your career technically and through the business. You'll be responsible for servicing, maintaining, and repairing a variety of forklift trucks and material handling equipment across a local customer base. You'll be representing a trusted manufacturer as a Forklift Engineer known for its robust equipment and top-tier service. As A Field Service Engineer You Will Have: Experience in forklift maintenance, plant machinery, or similar mechanical/electrical backgroundNVQ Level 2 or 3 in Engineering (or equivalent) preferredStrong fault-finding and diagnostic skillsSelf-motivated, customer-focused, and able to work independently Your Role As A Field Service Engineer Will Include: Local patch - no long-distance travel, home every nightFully equipped company van, phone, and tabletOngoing manufacturer training & development opportunitiesCompetitive salary + regular overtimeCompany pension, holiday allowance, and additional perks Keywords: Forklift Engineer, Plant Engineer, Forklift, Material Handling, Field Service Engineer, Mobile Engineer, Workshop Engineer, Birmingham,

Ready to Share Your Expertise in Forklift Engineering? Salary: £27,670 - £36,701 per year (depending on experience and qualifications) Hours: 37 hours a weekCareer Average Pension Scheme (Teacher's Pension) Dovetail and Slate is partnering with a fantastic college to recruit a Forklift Engineering Trainer. If you have experience in forklift maintenance, mechanical engineering, or plant machinery and a passion for developing the next generation of professionals, this is an excellent opportunity for you! What You'll Be Doing: Deliver engaging, practical training sessions in forklift engineering and maintenance.Guide students through hands-on learning, troubleshooting, and real-world applications.Foster a positive, supportive learning environment.Share your industry expertise and help shape future professionals. What We're Looking For: A relevant Level 3 qualification in engineering, forklift maintenance, or plant machinery.Industry experience in forklift servicing, maintenance, or repair.A passion for training and development.Willingness to pursue a teaching qualification (training and support provided).Ability to pass an enhanced DBS check. Why You'll Love This Role: 40 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata).Career Average Pension Scheme (Teacher's Pension).Onsite free parking at all campuses.Professional development opportunities, including support to gain a teaching qualification.Employee Assistance Programme.Flexible working opportunities.Subsidised canteen.BHSF Corporate Health Cash Plan option. Whether you're already in teaching or looking for a new direction, we'll support you every step of the way. Ready to inspire future forklift engineers? Contact Liam Hope today! Important Notice Dovetail and Slate is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, applicants and clients to share this commitment. This role may involve work with under 18's or vulnerable adults. Any appointment will be made subject to strict vetting and screening checks and receipt of a satisfactory enhanced DBS check. Dovetail and Slate ltd acts as an Employment Agency (perm) and an Employment Business (temp/contract). Because education matters. Dovetail and Slate Limited (11351060) acts as an Employment Agency. Because education matters. Dovetail and Slate Limited (11351060) acts as an Employment Agency.

Forklift Service EngineerSouth Yorkshire£28,000 - £33,000 + Van + Overtime + Training + Callout + BenefitsAre you a Forklift Engineer looking for a field role covering a local patch where you will be home every night?Do you want to join a market leading company that do things differnetly? With less pressurised KPI targets and a more laid back approach?As part of an industry leading group this company have been growing steadily and are seeing exceptional results. As the sole supplier for a leading materials handling brand they have established a strong and trusted position within the market. Due to this ongoing success they are now looking to bolster their service team with an additional Service Engineer.As a Forklift Service Engineer you will be based from home and covering South Yorkshire and immediate surrounding areas but will rarely travel more than 2 hours so will be home every evening. You will travel to customer sites carrying out a range of planned service and reactive repairs to forklift trucks and materials handling equipment.. The company will provide you will full product training to get you up to speed in the new industry. This is a Mon-Fri days based role with a 1 in 5 call out rota and optional overtime to increase your earnings.This is a fantastic opportunity for a forklift engineer looking to join a well established company that doesn't set unrealistic targets.THE ROLE:*Covering a patch of South Yorkshire and surrounding areas*Planned servicing and reactive repairs*Mon-Fri days with 1 in 5 call out rota and optional overtimeTHE PERSON*Experience working on forklifts or materials handling equipment*Full UK driving licence*Happy to travel and cover the patchReference no: 252026To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Jeremy Nicholls at Rise Technical Recruitment.Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.