Apprentice Engineer (Scotland Region)

TN United Kingdom; Dumfries; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits aspiring engineers with a multinational firm specializing in material handling solutions. This apprenticeship program offers hands-on experience, practical training, and the chance to earn a nationally recognized qualification while working alongside experienced mentors. As part of a dedicated team, you'll learn to service and repair cutting-edge equipment, ensuring you become a fully qualified Service Engineer. With a focus on personal development, this program is designed to cultivate the next generation of engineering talent, providing a solid foundation for a successful career in the industry.

Benefits

Enhanced apprentice salary

40-hour workweek

25 days annual leave

Company pension scheme

Discount schemes

World-class product training

Uniform supplied

Toolbox and tools provided

Full forklift driver license training

Qualifications

• Passion for engineering and willingness to learn.
• Good communication skills and a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Attend training courses and pass assessments.
• Maintain e-Portfolio and achieve qualification.

Skills

Engineering

Communication Skills

Adaptability

Problem Solving

Education

GCSE Grade 4 or above in Maths and English

National 5 in Scotland

Tools

Forklift

PPE

Toolbox and tools

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Apprentice Engineer (Scotland Region), Dumfries

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Client:

KION Group

Location:

Dumfries, United Kingdom

Job Category:

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

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Job Description:

Have you considered what is required to become an engineer?

Would you like to learn how to service and repair forklift trucks and other material handling equipment?

Are you looking for an exciting career opportunity?

Every year Linde Material Handling recruits a number of apprentices across the UK. During this programme, you will receive specific hands-on experience, whilst studying for a nationally recognised qualification.

Linde Material Handling & The KION Group

The KION Group, HQ in Germany, is a global business and one of the world’s leading manufacturers of forklift trucks, warehouse and material handling equipment, and automation solutions. The Group has approximately 41,000 employees, based in around 100 countries. Linde Material Handling is one of KION’s leading brands and operates in the UK and other countries.

What we offer:

• Practical on-the-job training
• Study for a nationally recognised qualification
• Earn a wage
• Be supported by experienced team members and mentors

Our Apprenticeship Programme

The Linde Material Handling (MH) Engineering Apprenticeship Programme helps the business grow our own best-in-class engineers to support our demand for field, workshop, and site-based engineers. The main purpose of the role is to learn how to become a fully competent Linde engineer by applying learning from college, and demonstrating this knowledge to your mentors, Apprentice Development Officer, and college assessors to meet customer needs and provide the right material handling solutions.

Linde Material Handling is currently looking for an enthusiastic Apprentice Engineer, to be field-based around Dumfries and surrounding areas, covering the DG postcode. You need to be passionate about engineering, keen to learn, motivated to succeed, and eager to join a multinational engineering company as part of the next generation of engineers.

You will need to commit to a three-year training and development programme, after which you will become a fully qualified Service Engineer and be awarded a Level 3 apprenticeship in Lift Truck & Powered Access Engineering. Throughout this time, you will be supported by a dedicated Mentor and an Apprentice Development Officer (ADO), who will monitor your training through college and on-the-job learning. During the programme, you will learn to inspect, maintain, service, and repair all types of material handling equipment including forklift trucks and warehouse equipment.

Travel to college will be required, with overnight stays for blocks of learning, and travel, accommodation, and meals will be funded.

Upon successful completion, you will be a fully qualified Linde engineer ready to start your career with a market leader.

Your duties and responsibilities during your apprenticeship include:

• Attending all required training courses (internal & external).
• Passing all knowledge block training tests at college.
• Passing End Point Assessment for Level 3 in Lift Truck & Powered Access Engineering.
• Passing all internal assessments on safety, product knowledge, and diagnostics.
• Completing online tests and assessments within deadlines.
• Maintaining your e-Portfolio to the required standards.
• Working with the training organisation to achieve your qualification.
• Becoming competent in preventative maintenance, repairs, and diagnostics on Linde products.

Qualifications and skills required:

To succeed, you should have a passion for engineering, be motivated, and willing to learn. Good communication skills, confidence, pride in your work, adaptability, and a positive attitude are essential. You should also demonstrate a desire to represent the Linde brand.

To apply, you should ideally have:

• GCSE Grade 4 or above in Maths and English (or predicted grades), or a National 5 in Scotland.
• An interest in engineering and technology.

What we offer:

• Salary in line with the Government Apprentice rate, with enhanced rates for ages 16-17.
• 40-hour workweek.
• Overtime opportunities for 18+.
• 25 days annual leave.
• Option to join the company pension scheme.
• Discount schemes and deals.
• World-class Linde product training.
• Uniform and PPE supplied.
• Toolbox and tools provided.
• Full forklift driver license training.

For more information, please visit our website about the Apprentice Programme.