Resident Engineer

Joinimagine; West Bromwich; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift allowance 27.5%

25 days annual leave

Company pension 6% employer contrib

Employee incentive schemes

Discount scheme

Induction and training

Company van and fuel card

Laptop and phone provided

PPE supplied

Job summary

Linde Material Handling is seeking a Resident Engineer for our Solihull site. You will diagnose and repair forklift equipment on customer premises, while performing preventative maintenance to keep fleets operating at peak efficiency.

The role supports a 4 on/4 off shift pattern (6am-6pm/6pm-6am) and offers a competitive salary with a 27.5% shift allowance, generous leave, and a strong pension plan. You will be part of a team that delivers world-class service.

Qualifications

• Experience as vehicle technicians or mechanical engineers, forklift experience preferred.
• Good IT skills and ability to use service records.
• Valid UK driving license.
• Ability to work autonomously and in a team.
• NVQ Level 3 preferred.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and resolve technical issues on-site at customer locations.
• Perform preventative maintenance on fleet of material handling equipment.
• Build strong relationships and provide exceptional service.
• Work 4 on/4 off shifts at Solihull site.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Preventative maintenance

Customer service

Autonomous work

Education

NVQ Level 3

Tools

Forklift diagnostics

Service tooling

Job description

Exciting Career Opportunity as a Resident Engineer at Linde Material Handling at our JLR Solihull site working a 4 on/4 off shift pattern (6am-6pm/ 6pm-6am).

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.

At Linde Material Handling, we offer a competitive benefits package, which includes:

• A competitive salary based on your experience
• 27.5% Shift Allowance
• 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 priorities customer satisfaction.

We offer:

At Linde Material Handling the package we offer includes:

• A competitive salary scale dependent on your experience.
• 27.5% Shift Allowance
• 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 specialized product training
• Full Forklift Driver License
• 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
• Company Van and Fuel card (applicable on certain sites only)

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-art 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 license.
• 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.