Resident Service Engineer

Kion Group; Bristol; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Linde Material Handling is searching for a Resident Engineer to join their team. The position requires experience in mechanical or electrical engineering, along with strong communication skills and the ability to work independently. The role offers a supportive work environment, competitive salary, and various employee benefits, while focusing on maintenance and repairs of forklifts and other equipment.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

40-hour workweek with overtime opportunities

25 days annual leave

Company pension scheme

Discount scheme with major UK brands

World-class product training

Structured onboarding and training

PPE and uniform provided

Ongoing manufacturer training

Buddy support system

Qualifications

• Experience as vehicle technicians or mechanical engineers preferred.
• IT literate and holds a full UK driving licence.
• Positive attitude, pride in work, and flexibility required.

Responsibilities

• Diagnosing and repairing faults on Linde forklifts.
• Performing preventative maintenance on material handling equipment.
• Working independently at customer sites.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Electrical engineering

Hydraulics

Good communication skills

Ability to work independently

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent)

Tools

Forklift Driver Licence

Job description

About Linde Material Handling

Linde Material Handling is 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 employees. A global network of more than 8,500 service technicians ensures maximum availability of Linde trucks and solutions, with spare parts delivered within 24 hours.

We offer challenging career opportunities across the country and are eager to discuss your career aspirations.

We are currently seeking a Resident Engineer to join our team.

Ideal candidates are vehicle technicians or mechanical engineers with experience as forklift technicians, plant fitters, or similar roles. Experience with plant equipment, powered access machinery, agricultural machinery, motor vehicles, or industrial cleaners is advantageous.

Your responsibilities will include diagnosing and repairing faults, as well as performing preventative maintenance on Linde forklifts and other material handling equipment at customer sites, ranging from small pallet trucks to automated trucks.

A message from one engineer to another: Linde offers flexible hours that suit my lifestyle, improving my work-life balance. The supportive team and competitive salary, paid door-to-door, make it an excellent place to work.

What we offer:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• 40-hour workweek with overtime opportunities
• 25 days annual leave
• Company pension scheme (6% employer contribution, minimum 4% employee contribution)
• Discount scheme with major UK brands
• World-class product training
• Full Forklift Driver Licence
• Structured onboarding and training
• Buddy support system
• PPE and uniform provided, with cleaning service
• Ongoing manufacturer training
• Support from local colleagues
• Varied daily challenges

Who are we looking for?

Candidates should have experience in at least one of the following areas:

• Mechanical engineering
• Electrical engineering
• Hydraulics

An NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) qualification is preferred but not essential.

You must be IT literate, hold a full UK driving licence, and possess personal attributes such as good communication skills, ability to work independently and in a team, pride in your work, accuracy, a positive attitude, flexibility, and a desire to represent the Linde brand.