Field service engineer

Overview

Exciting career opportunity as a Field Service Engineer at Linde Material Handling in the SY/CW area. Linde Material Handling is a global leader in forklift trucks and warehouse equipment, seeking skilled Field Service Engineers to join the team. As a Field Service Engineer, you will work with a diverse range of products—from agile pallet trucks to counterbalance machines, very narrow aisle (VNA) trucks, and automated solutions—delivering high-quality field service and customer support.

• Diagnose and resolve technical issues on Linde forklifts and other material handling equipment to ensure peak efficiency.
• Perform preventative maintenance and essential check-ups to keep the fleet running smoothly.
• Travel to various customer locations to service equipment and build strong customer relationships.
• Operate safely and professionally, following company policies and industry best practices.

• Experience as a vehicle technician or mechanical engineer, with forklift technician, plant fitter, plant technician, or vehicle technician roles preferred.
• Experience with plant equipment, powered access equipment, agricultural machinery, motor vehicles, or industrial cleaners is desirable but not mandatory.
• Ideally hold an NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent), though this is not essential.
• Comfortable using IT equipment to record data and place orders, as the role uses modern technology.
• Hold a full UK driving license.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Option of a 40-hour or 45-hour working week, Monday to Friday; shift premium and overtime available.
• 25 days of annual leave plus statutory bank holidays; additional days based on long service milestones.
• Company pension scheme with 6% employer contribution and a minimum 4% employee contribution.
• Discount scheme with access to deals from major brands.
• Employee Incentive Schemes eligibility; "Recommend a friend" scheme with rewards.
• 6-week induction with world-class training; long-term training development plans and Linde product training.
• Linde Operating Licence for FLTs and opportunities for growth through technical grading; potential extended learning (degree level).
• Local and national technical support; laptop and phone provided; specialist tooling and wear-and-tear policy.
• Safety gear and cleanable workwear provided.
• Company van and fuel card with optional private use; door-to-door paid travel; occasional on-call pay.