Field Service Engineer

Kion Group AG; East Kilbride; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

40/45 hour week

OT available

25 days leave + holidays

Pension scheme with employer/employee

Job summary

Linde Material Handling is seeking skilled Field Service Engineers to join our team in the Edinburgh/Livingston area. You will diagnose and resolve faults on forklifts and material handling equipment, and perform preventative maintenance to keep fleets operating smoothly.

Travel to customer locations, build strong relationships, and deliver responsive support. A UK driving licence and the ability to work independently and within a team are essential; prior forklift experience is valued.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) preferred but not essential.
• Full UK driving licence required.
• Ability to work autonomously and within a team.
• Experience as vehicle/forklift technician or similar is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and resolve technical issues on Linde forklifts and related equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance to ensure peak system reliability.
• Travel to various customer locations to service fleets and build relationships.
• Capture accurate records and assist with order placement using IT systems.

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Problem solving

IT literacy

Teamwork

Autonomy

Education

NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent)

Job description

field service engineer at Linde Material Handling covering Edinburgh/Livingston EH postcodes. We offer: Are you ready to take the next step in your career as a Field Service Engineer? 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 trucks, and cuttingedge very narrow aisle (VNA) trucks to innovative automated solutions.

Benefits:

• A competitive salary based on your experience
• The option of a 40-hour or 45-hour working week, Monday to Friday, shift premium and OT is available for those that want it.
• 25 days of annual leave plus statutory bank holidays
• A company pension scheme with a 6% employer contribution and a minimum 4% employee contribution
• Eligibility to participate in Employee Incentive Schemes

Join us and become part of a team that values employee engagement, strives for excellence, and prioritises customer satisfaction.

Tasks and Qualifications:

Your role will be both hands-on and problem-solving-oriented, as you diagnose and resolve technical issues, ensuring our equipment operates at peak efficiency. You’ll also be the guardian of preventative maintenance, conducting essential check-ups that keep our fleet running smoothly. Traveling to various customer locations, you’ll bring your expertise to service Linde forklifts and other state-of-the-art material handling equipment, forging strong relationships, and delivering exceptional support. Prepare to be on the move, tackling challenges head-on and becoming an integral part of our customers’ operation.

We are interested in candidates with experience as vehicle technicians or mechanical engineers, particularly thos e who have worked as 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 you will have an NVQ level 3 (or equivalent) qualification, although this is not essential.
• We use the latest technology to keep accurate records and place orders, therefore being comfortable using IT equipment is essential.
• You will need to hold a full UK driving licence.
• As a Linde engineer you will need to be comfortable working 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.

KION brands keep the world moving – globally, regionally, and locally. KION is the Supply Chain Solutions Company. With over 42,000 employees in more than 100 countries, we enable smart, sustainable, and reliable supply chains worldwide - wherever goods are stored, moved, or delivered. KION offers its customers the full spectrum of solutions to make their supply chains future-ready. Our international brands, Linde Material Handling, STILL, and Baoli and our regional brands, Fenwick and OM, stand for outstanding technological innovation, intelligent automation and service excellence in forklift trucks and warehouse equipment. Dematic complements this expertise with state-of-the-art automation technology and AI-supported software solutions that optimize intralogistics across warehousing, production, and distribution. Whether locally or globally – we offer exciting career opportunities in an innovative environment shaped by our core values: Integrity, Collaboration, Courage, and Excellence. Together, we create the magic of supply chain solutions. Join our team – Push it forward.