Field Service Engineer

Location

Wiltshire and surrounding areas SN, BA, BS postcodes.

Linde Material Handling, a global leader in forklift trucks and warehouse equipment, is seeking skilled Field Service Engineers to join our team. As a Field Service Engineer, you will embark on a dynamic journey in the world of material handling, where no two days are the same. You’ll immerse yourself in a diverse array of tasks, expertly navigating our extensive lineup of products—from agile pallet trucks to robust counterbalance machines, and cutting‑edge very narrow aisle (VNA) trucks to innovative automated solutions.

• A competitive salary based on your experience.
• Option of a 40‑hour or 45‑hour working week, Monday to Friday; shift premium and OT available.
• 25 days of annual leave plus statutory bank holidays.
• Company pension scheme with a 6% employer contribution and a minimum 4% employee contribution.
• Eligibility to participate in Employee Incentive Schemes.
• Discount scheme with access to deals from UK’s largest brands.
• “Recommend a friend” scheme – reward for referring a candidate.
• 6‑week induction offering world‑class training, long‑term training development plans, and specialised product training.
• Full forklift driver licence; opportunity for growth through technical grading and extended learning.
• Local and national technical support, laptop and phone provided.
• All specialist tooling supplied; PPE provided.

• Paid travel “Door to Door.”
• Customer base close to home – average travel just 30 minutes.
• Company van and fuel card, with option for private use.
• Occasional on‑call support paid in addition to salary.

In this role you will be both hands‑on and problem‑solving‑oriented, diagnosing and resolving technical issues, ensuring equipment operates at peak efficiency. You will also be the guardian of preventative maintenance, conducting essential check‑ups that keep our fleet running smoothly, traveling to various customer locations to service Linde forklifts and state‑of‑the‑art material handling equipment. You will forge strong relationships and deliver exceptional support.

• Experience as a vehicle technician or mechanical engineer, particularly forklift technicians, plant fitters, plant technicians, or vehicle technicians. Experience with plant equipment, powered access equipment, agricultural machinery, motor vehicles, or industrial cleaners is highly desirable.
• Ideally an NVQ level 3 (or equivalent) qualification, although this is not essential.
• Comfortable using IT equipment; essential for accurate record keeping and ordering.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Ability to work autonomously and within a team.

Linde is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, abilities, and experience. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the application or interview process to ensure fairness and accessibility, please let us know.

Entry level

Full‑time

Information technology

Machinery manufacturing