Field Service Engineer

Linde MH UK Ltd. (LMH-UK-LTD); Manchester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary scale

40/45 hour week option

Shift premium

Overtime opportunities

Double Time on Sundays

25 days annual leave

Company pension scheme

Discount scheme

Recommend a friend scheme

Induction and training

Linde specialised product training

Company van and fuel card

Tools provided

On-site travel paid

Local travel around Manchester

Job summary

Linde Material Handling is seeking a Field Service Engineer in the Manchester area. You will diagnose and repair equipment, perform preventative maintenance, and travel to customer sites to service forklifts and other material handling equipment.

The role requires hands-on problem solving, autonomy, and teamwork in a dynamic environment. Candidates with forklift technician or vehicle technician backgrounds, NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent), and a full UK driving licence are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Experience as vehicle technicians or forklift technicians.
• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) preferred.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on and problem-solving role diagnosing and resolving technical issues.
• Conduct preventative maintenance to keep fleet in peak condition.
• Travel to customer locations to service Linde forklifts and related equipment.
• Build strong relationships and deliver exceptional customer support.

Skills

Vehicle technician experience

Forklift technician

Plant fitter

NVQ Level 3

Full UK driving licence

IT literacy

Autonomous working

Education

NVQ Level 3

Tools

Specialist tooling

Job description

Exciting Career Opportunity as a Field Service Engineer at Linde Material Handling in the Manchester area. 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 machines, and cutting-edge very narrow aisle (VNA) trucks to innovative automated solutions. Join us and become part of a team that values employee engagement, strives for excellence, and prioritises customer satisfaction.

We offer:

• 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 one 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 join the 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
• 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 paid in addition to your salary

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 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. Ideally you will have an NVQ level 3 (or equivalent) qualification. 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.