Resident Engineer

KION Group; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift premium

Overtime opportunities

25 days annual leave

Company pension scheme

Discount scheme

Job summary

Linde Material Handling in Solihull is seeking a Site Engineer to join the field service team. You will diagnose faults, perform preventative maintenance, and support customers on a day-to-day basis, working on forklift trucks and related material handling equipment.

The role requires mechanical or electrical engineering experience, NVQ 3 preferred, and a full UK driving license. You will use modern diagnostics and keep accurate records, with a Monday–Friday schedule and shift pattern.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical or electrical engineering for forklift or plant equipment.
• NVQ level 3 or equivalent preferred.
• Full UK driving license.
• Ability to use technology to record and place orders.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose faults on Linde forklifts and related equipment.
• Undertake preventative maintenance at customer sites.
• Maintain accurate service records and communicate with customers and colleagues.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Electrical engineering

Hydraulics

Education

NVQ level 3

Tools

IT literacy

Job description

About LindeWe are one of the world's leading manufacturers of forklift trucks and warehouse equipment. We operate in over 100 countries worldwide and have around 13,000 people working for the brand. A network of more than 8,500 service technicians ensures maximum availability of Linde trucks and solutions, and based on its worldwide logistics network, Linde guarantees spare part delivery within 24 hours.Linde Material Handling offers a range of challenging careers across the country and we are keen to talk to you about the direction in which you would like your career to go.We are currently looking for a Site Engineer to join our team in Solihull to work Monday to Friday, on a days and lates shift pattern on 06.00 - 14.30 and a 14.30 - 23.00 shift pattern.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 site.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 engineeringElectrical engineeringHydraulicsIdeally 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 license.You will need to have the following personal attributes:Good communication skills to liaise with our customers and your internal colleaguesAbility to work both independently and as part of a teamTake pride in your work and complete tasks to the highest standardA high level of accuracy and attention to detailA positive and can-do attitudeFlexibility to adapt to the changing needs of the roleA desire to be a Linde brand ambassadorTasks and Qualifications:What we Offer?Salary will depend on experienceShift premiumOvertime opportunities25 days annual leaveCompany pension schemeDiscount scheme, with access to deals from some of the UK’s largest brandsWorld class Linde specialized product trainingFull Forklift Driver LicenseWhat to Expect?Buddy support system in placeCompany laptop and phonePPE and Uniform suppliedUniform cleaning serviceOngoing manufacturer training on our market-leading range of material handling equipmentTechnical support availableLocal support network of from colleaguesVaried role with day-to-day different challenges