Field Service Engineer

Kion Group; West Bromwich; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading material handling company is seeking a Field Service Engineer for the Birmingham and Tamworth area. The role involves diagnosing and rectifying faults on forklifts and carrying out preventative maintenance. Candidates should have experience in mechanical or electrical engineering and hold a full UK driving licence. Overtime opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package are included.

Benefits

Door to door payment

Overtime opportunities

Company pension scheme

World class product training

Company van with fuel card

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical, electrical, or hydraulics engineering.
• IT literate and able to use technology effectively.
• Possess a full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and rectify faults on material handling equipment.
• Undertake preventative maintenance on forklifts.
• Provide high-quality service to customers.
• Work independently and as part of a team.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Electrical engineering

Hydraulics

Good communication skills

High level of accuracy

Positive attitude

Education

NVQ level 3 or equivalent

Tools

Forklift Driver Licence

Company van

Laptop

Job description

We are currently looking for a Field Service Engineer to join our team in the Birmingham and Tamworth Area . The geographical patch to be covered is the B postcode 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!

Working with everything from small pallet trucks, through to IC trucks, VNA trucks and automated trucks, you will be required to find, diagnose, and rectify faults, and undertake preventative maintenance on Linde forklifts and other material handling equipment at our customer sites.

We offer:

Who are we looking for?

To be considered for this role, you will need experience in at least one of the following areas:

• Mechanical engineering

• Electrical engineering

• Hydraulics

Ideally you will have an NVQ level 3 (or equivalent) qualification, although this is not essential.

You will need to be IT literate and able to use latest technology to keep accurate records and place orders.

You must hold a full UK driving licence.

You will need to have the following personal attributes:

• Good communication skills to liaise with our customers and your internal colleagues

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

• Take pride in your work and complete tasks to the highest standard

• A high level of accuracy and attention to detail

• A positive and can-do attitude

• Flexibility to adapt to the changing needs of the role

• A desire to be a Linde brand ambassador

Tasks and Qualifications:

What we Offer?

Salary will depend on experience

Door to door payment

Overtime opportunities

Occasional on-call support required paid in addition to your salary

Company van and fuel card, with the option for private use

Van washing through fuel card account

25 days annual leave

Company pension scheme

Discount scheme, with access to deals from some of the UK’s largest brands

World class Linde specialised product training

Full Forklift Driver Licence

What to Expect?

Buddy support system in place

Company laptop and phone

In boot overnight parts deliveries

PPE and Uniform supplied

Uniform cleaning service

Ongoing manufacturer training on our market-leading range of material handling equipment

Technical support available

Local support network of from colleagues

Varied role with day-to-day different challenges