Mobile Forklift Engineer

Mobile Forklift Engineer - Ipswich, Suffolk | Earn £40,000 + van + fuel card + with door-to-door pay and overtime

We're recruiting a Mobile Forklift Engineer to cover Ipswich, Suffolk, offering a field-based role with excellent earning potential and long-term stability. If you enjoy working independently, diagnosing faults on-site, and being trusted to manage your own workload, this is a great opportunity to take the next step in your engineering career.

Why apply for this Mobile Forklift Engineer role?

You'll enjoy a package designed to reward your skills and time on the road:

• Salary of £38,000 - £40,000

• Door-to-door pay, so all your travel time counts

• Bonus scheme to recognise performance

• Opportunities for overtime at enhanced rates

• A mobile role covering Ipswich, Suffolk, giving you variety and autonomy

Key Responsibilities:

In this role, you'll be responsible for keeping customer equipment running safely and efficiently:

• Carry out on-site diagnostics, servicing, and repairs on Forklift and material-handling equipment

• Perform routine maintenance, inspections, and safety checks

• Identify and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic faults

• Replace or repair faulty parts and components

• Complete service reports and maintain accurate documentation

• Provide technical guidance to customers on correct equipment use

• Ensure all work meets safety standards and manufacturer requirements

• Manage van stock, tools, and equipment effectively

• Respond to breakdown callouts and prioritise workloads

• Maintain a professional, customer-first approach on every visit

What we're looking for:

We're keen to speak with engineers who bring hands-on experience, including:

• Background working on forklifts, plant, agriculture, HGVs, or powered access

• Strong fault-finding skills across mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems

• A reliable, organised approach to mobile engineering work

• Confidence working independently across Ipswich, Suffolk

• A positive attitude and pride in delivering excellent service as a Forklift engineer

If you're looking for a Mobile Forklift Engineer position in Ipswich, Suffolk that rewards your expertise and gives you the freedom of a mobile role, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and take the next step in your engineering career.

Job Number │ 930453 / INDPLANT
Location │ Ipswich, Suffolk
Role │ Mobile Forklift Engineer

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