Field Service Engineer

Linde Material Handling; East Kilbride; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in forklift trucks is seeking a Field Service Engineer to join their team in East Kilbride. Candidates should have technical backgrounds in vehicle or mechanical engineering and be prepared for a role involving diagnosing, maintaining, and servicing various material handling equipment. The company offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity for professional growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + statutory bank holidays

Company pension scheme - 6% employer contribution

Access to company vehicle for private use

Long term training development plans

Discount scheme with deals from large UK brands

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical, electrical, or hydraulic disciplines.
• Comfortable using IT equipment for record-keeping.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and rectify faults on material handling equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance.
• Service Linde forklifts at customer sites.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Hydraulics

Education

NVQ level 3 (or equivalent)

Job description

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Are you seeking your next career opportunity as a Field Service Engineer? At Linde Material Handling, a global leader in forklift trucks and warehouse equipment, we are looking for skilled Field Service Engineers to join our team in the Glasgow Area. We are interested in candidates with experience as vehicle technicians or mechanical engineers, particularly those 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. In the role of a Field Service, you will engage in a variety of tasks, working with our full range of products, from small pallet trucks to Counterbalance trucks, Very Narrow Aisle (VNA) trucks, and automated trucks. Your responsibilities will include diagnosing and rectifying faults, performing preventative maintenance, and servicing Linde forklifts and other material handling equipment at our customer sites. At Linde Material Handling we offer a competitive package including:

• A competitive salary scale dependent on your experience.
• An option for either a 40-hour or 45-hour working week – Monday to Friday
• 25 days annual leave + statutory bank holidays
• Company pension scheme - 6% employer contribution; minimum 4% employee contribution
• Eligibility to Employee Incentive Schemes
• All specialist tooling provided.
• Access to company vehicle for private use (Selected roles) To see the full benefits package please see full Job Description Come and join us and be part of a team dedicated to employee engagement, excellence and beyond all customer delight.
  
  

What We Offer

Are you looking for your next opportunity as a Field Service Engineer? We at Linde Material Handling, one of the world's leading manufacturers of forklift trucks and warehouse equipment, are looking for Field Service Engineers like you. This role is to join our team in the Glasgow Area. We are looking for vehicle technicians or mechanical engineers who have experience working as a forklift technician, plant fitter, plant technician, vehicle technician or a similar type of role. Experience within plant equipment, powered access equipment, agricultural machinery, motor vehicles or industrial cleaners may make this role perfect for you! In this role, you will engage in a variety of tasks, working with our full range of products, from small pallet trucks to Counterbalance trucks, Very Narrow Aisle (VNA) trucks, and automated trucks. Your responsibilities will include diagnosing and rectifying faults, performing preventative maintenance, and servicing Linde forklifts and other material handling equipment at our customer sites. Join us and be part of a team dedicated to employee engagement, excellence and beyond all customer delight.

Tasks And Qualifications

Are you a Field Service Engineer who is looking for their next opportunity? Have you considered Linde Material Handling, one of the world's leading manufacturers of forklift trucks and warehouse equipment? We are a global organisation that is proud of our heritage, for more than 50 years we have been one of the world's largest manufacturers of forklift trucks and warehouse equipment setting standards for solutions for industrial trucks, fleet management, driver assistance systems and service offerings. We develop high-performance material flow solutions tailored to individual customer needs, with which users achieve sustainable competitive advantages. We represent the highest possible level of technology and service expertise in forklifts and warehouse technology.

Do you have experience in one for the following disciplines, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Hydraulics? 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 (Field and Resident Engineers only). As a Linde engineer you will need to be comfortable working autonomously and within a team.

Our values underpin everything we do. Excellence: We create outstanding customer value Courage: We change and innovate Collaboration: We trust each other Integrity: We do what is right

What does your package include?

• A competitive salary scale dependent on your experience.
• The option for either a 40-hour or 45-hour working week – Monday to Friday
• Shift premium
• Overtime opportunities - time plus on half Monday to Saturday & some bank holidays
• Double Time on Sundays and some Bank Holidays
• 25 days annual leave + statutory bank holidays
• Additional days holiday based on long service milestones.
• Company pension scheme - 6% employer contribution; minimum 4% employee contribution
• Discount scheme, with access to deals from some of the UK’s largest brands
• “Recommend a friend scheme” – if you enjoy your role, recommend someone else and get rewarded!
• Eligibility to Employee Incentive Schemes
• Receive a 6-week Induction which offers world class training to enable you in your role.
• Long term training development plans
• World class Linde specialised product training
• Full Forklift Driver Licence
• Opportunity for growth through technical grading process
• Opportunity for the right candidates to undertake extended learning (Degree level)
• Local and national technical support
• Laptop and phone provided.
• All specialist tooling provided.
• Tools replacement policy provided by the company (Wear and Tear)
• Company cleaned specialist work wear.
  
  

In addition, Field Service Engineer’s package includes:

• Paid travel “Door to Door”
• Customer base close to home with average travel just 30 minutes
• Company van and fuel card, with the option for private use
• Van washing through fuel card account
• Occasional on-call support required paid in addition to your salary. 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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Machinery Manufacturing

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