Apprentice Engineer (South Region)

Linde Material Handling; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as an Apprentice Engineer in the South region, where you'll receive hands-on training and work towards a nationally recognized qualification. This three-year program offers practical experience in servicing and repairing material handling equipment, supported by dedicated mentors.

Benefits

Salary aligned with the Government Apprentice rate

40-hour workweek with overtime opportunities

25 days annual leave

Company pension scheme

Full training, uniform, PPE, toolbox provided

Qualifications

• GCSE Grade 4 or above in Math & English or equivalent required.
• A full driving license is necessary.
• Enthusiastic about engineering and technology.

Responsibilities

• Attend all training courses (internal & external).
• Develop skills in preventative maintenance, repairs, and diagnostics.
• Complete your e-Portfolio on time.

Skills

Interest in engineering

Interest in technology

Education

GCSE Grade 4 or above in Math & English or equivalent

Job description

Join to apply for the Apprentice Engineer (South Region) role at Linde Material Handling.

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 apprentices across the UK. During this program, you will receive hands-on experience while studying for a nationally recognized qualification.

About Linde Material Handling & The KION Group

The KION Group, headquartered in Germany, is a global leader in manufacturing forklift trucks, warehouse, and material handling equipment, and automation solutions. With approximately 41,000 employees in around 100 countries, Linde Material Handling is one of KION's leading brands, operating in the UK and internationally.

What We Offer

• Practical on-the-job training
• Study for a nationally recognized qualification
• Earn a wage
• Support from experienced team members and mentors

Our Apprenticeship Programme

The Linde MH Engineering Apprenticeship Programme aims to develop top-tier engineers to support our field, workshop, and site-based roles. The main goal is to learn to become a fully competent Linde engineer through college and on-the-job training, demonstrating your skills to mentors and assessors to meet customer needs.

We are seeking enthusiastic Apprentice Engineers for the South region who are passionate about engineering, eager to learn, motivated to succeed, and interested in joining a multinational company.

The program lasts three years, culminating in a Level 3 apprenticeship in Lift Truck & Powered Access Engineering. Throughout, you'll be supported by a dedicated Mentor and an Apprentice Development Officer, learning to inspect, maintain, service, and repair various material handling equipment.

Travel to college, including overnight stays, will be required and funded, including accommodation and meals. Upon completion, you'll be a qualified Linde engineer ready to start your career.

Your Responsibilities During the Apprenticeship

• Attend all training courses (internal & external)
• Pass knowledge tests and assessments
• Complete your e-Portfolio on time
• Work with your training organization to achieve your qualification
• Develop skills in preventative maintenance, repairs, and diagnostics on Linde products

Qualifications & Skills Needed

• GCSE Grade 4 or above in Math & English or equivalent
• A full driving license
• An interest in engineering and technology

What We Offer

• Salary aligned with the Government Apprentice rate, with enhanced rates for ages 16-17
• 40-hour workweek, with overtime opportunities for 18+
• 25 days annual leave
• Company pension scheme, discount schemes, and more
• Full training, uniform, PPE, toolbox, and forklift license training

For more details, visit: Linde Apprentice Program