Resident Engineer

Linde Material Handling; Bolton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Discount scheme

Full 6-week induction

Training and development plans

Company provided laptop and phone

Job summary

Linde Material Handling is looking for a Resident Engineer in the Ramsbottom, Bury area. This hands-on role focuses on diagnosing and resolving technical issues, ensuring peak efficiency of forklifts and material handling equipment.

The position offers competitive salary, flexible work hours, and extensive training opportunities, supporting personal growth within the company. Linde fosters a diverse environment, welcoming all backgrounds, and offers benefits including annual leave, pension, and training.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical engineering or similar roles.
• Full UK driving licence required.
• Ability to work as part of a team while also being comfortable working independently.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Experience as a vehicle technician

Comfortable working autonomously

Proficiency with IT equipment

Education

NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent)

Job description

Exciting career opportunity as a Resident Engineer at Linde Material Handling in Ramsbottom, Bury area. Join us to drive the next generation of material handling solutions as our on‑site engineering partner.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Option of a 40‑hour or 45‑hour working week, Monday‑Friday, with shift premium and overtime available.
• 25 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays.
• Company pension scheme with 6% employer contribution and minimum 4% employee contribution.
• Discount scheme with access to deals from some of the UK’s largest brands.
• Recommend a friend scheme – reward yourself for recommending a suitable candidate.
• Full 6‑week induction providing world‑class training for your role.
• Long‑term training and development plans, including industry‑best specialised product training.
• Full forklift driver licence and the opportunity to progress through the technical grading process.
• Support from local and national technical teams.
• Company provided laptop, phone, specialist tooling, and PPE.

Responsibilities

Your role will be both hands‑on and problem‑solving‑oriented. You will diagnose and resolve technical issues to keep our customers’ equipment operating at peak efficiency and will conduct preventative maintenance check‑ups that keep fleets running smoothly. You will serve Linde forklifts and other state‑of‑the‑art material handling equipment, forge strong relationships, and deliver exceptional service and support.

Qualifications

• Experience as a vehicle technician, mechanical engineer, forklift technician, plant fitter, plant technician, or similar.
• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) qualification desirable but not essential.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Comfortable working autonomously and within a team.
• Proficiency with IT equipment and record‑keeping systems.

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.