Mobile Tail Lift Engineer

Job information

  • Job reference: BH-74490
  • Location: London, Greater London
  • Job type: Full Time, Permanent
  • Job sector: HGV / Truck
  • Salary: £18.70 per hour
  • Published: November 10, 2026

Description

Job Title: Mobile Tail Lift Engineer
Location: North London / Hertfordshire / Buckinghamshire
Salary: £18.70 per hour
Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Tail Lift Engineer to join an established field service team covering North London, Hertfordshire and Buckinghamshire.
This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer with experience in tail lifts, double deck systems or similar vehicle-mounted equipment to join a growing team, carrying out servicing, inspections, LOLER testing and repairs at customer locations.
Candidates must hold a valid LOLER certification. Engineers from a similar service or maintenance background will also be considered, with further training available for the right person.

The Role:
As a Field Service Engineer, your responsibilities will include:

  • Carrying out routine servicing, maintenance and repairs on tail lifts and double deck systems.
  • Completing LOLER inspections and statutory weight testing.
  • Diagnosing and rectifying mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faults.
  • Carrying out repairs and ensuring all equipment is maintained to a safe and recognised standard.
  • Identifying and reporting defects, ensuring all work is accurately recorded.
  • Completing service reports and documentation using digital devices.
  • Liaising with the office and administration team to coordinate service requirements.
  • Maintaining high standards of health, safety and environmental compliance.
  • Participating in an out-of-hours rota to support customers when required.

Requirements:

  • Previous experience working on tail lifts, double deck systems or similar vehicle-mounted equipment.
  • Valid LOLER certification – essential.
  • Experience with electrical fault finding and diagnostics would be advantageous.
  • Good mechanical and fault-finding abilities.
  • Full, clean UK driving licence.
  • Good IT skills and confidence completing digital service documentation.
  • Ability to work independently and manage a field-based workload.

What’s on Offer?

  • Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
  • Company vehicle.
  • Company fuel card.
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
  • Overtime opportunities.
  • Permanent, Monday–Friday working hours (8:30am–4:30pm).
  • Training and development opportunities.

Interested?
If you’re an experienced Tail Lift or Double Deck Engineer looking for your next opportunity, we’d love to hear from you.
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