Resident Engineer

Kion Group; Bolton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global provider of material handling solutions is seeking skilled Resident Engineers to join their team in the Bolton area. As a Resident Engineer, you will diagnose technical issues and conduct preventative maintenance on Linde forklifts and other equipment at customer sites. This role offers a competitive salary, various working hours, 25 days of annual leave, and a company pension scheme. The ideal candidate will have experience as a vehicle technician or mechanical engineer and a full UK driving license.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

25 days of annual leave plus statutory holidays

Company pension scheme with 6% employer contribution

Discount scheme with access to deals from major brands

Employee Incentive Schemes participation

Training programs including world-class product training

Qualifications

• Experience working as forklift technicians or plant fitters is preferred.
• Hands-on experience with plant equipment or powered access equipment is desirable.
• Ability to work autonomously and within a team.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and resolve technical issues with equipment.
• Conduct preventative maintenance check-ups on equipment.
• Service Linde forklifts and other material handling equipment.

Skills

Vehicle technician experience

Mechanical engineering experience

Comfortable using IT equipment

Full UK driving licence

Education

NVQ level 3 or equivalent qualification

Job description

Exciting Career Opportunity as a Resident Engineer at Linde Material Handling in Ramsbottom, Bury area.

Are you ready to take the next step in your career as a Resident Engineer?

Linde Material Handling, a global leader in forklift trucks and warehouse equipment, is seeking skilled Resident Engineers to join our amazing team of well qualified engineers.

As a Resident Engineer, you're set to dive into the dynamic realm of material handling, where every day presents new adventures and challenges. Stationed directly at one of our customer sites, you’ll become an integral part of their team, embracing a wide variety of tasks tailored to meet their unique needs.

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.

We offer:

At Linde Material Handling the package we offer includes:

• A competitive salary scale dependent 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.
• The option for either a 40-hour or 45-hour working week – Monday to Friday.
• Shift premium
• Overtime opportunities - time plus 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, some of the best in the industry.
• 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)
• We support our engineers with local and national technical support
• Laptop and phone provided
• All specialist tooling provided and tool replacement policy provided by the company (Wear and Tear)
• Ensuring you are safe and look the part, all PPE supplied company cleaned specialist work wear

Tasks and Qualifications

Your role will be both hands-on and problem-solving-oriented, as you diagnose and resolve technical issues, ensuring our customers equipment operates at peak efficiency. You’ll also be the guardian of preventative maintenance, conducting essential check-ups that keep the fleet running smoothly. Being located at one of our resident customer locations, you’ll bring your expertise to service Linde forklifts and other state-of-the-­yard material handling equipment, forging strong relationships, and delivering exceptional service and support. Being an integral part of our customers’ operation ensuring Linde’s world class products reputation is maintained at all times. 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, but not sure if you have what we want, why not talk to us.

• 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.