field service engineer

Kion Group; Newton Aycliffe; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000

Job description

Are you seeking your next career opportunity as a Field Service Engineer?

At Linde Material Handling, a global leader in forklift trucks and warehouse equipment, we are looking for skilled Field Service Engineer to join our team in the Selby/Goole (YO Postcode) area.

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.

In this role, you will engage in a variety of tasks, working with our full range of products, from small pallet trucks to Counterbalance trucks, Very Narrow Aisle (VNA) trucks, and automated trucks. Your responsibilities will include diagnosing and rectifying faults, performing preventative maintenance, and servicing Linde forklifts and other material handling equipment at our customer sites.

At Linde Material Handling we offer a competitive package including:

1. a competitive salary scale dependent on your experience.
2. an option for either a 40-hour or 45-hour working week – Monday to Friday
3. 25 days annual leave + statutory bank holidays
4. Company pension scheme - 6% employer contribution; minimum 4% employee contribution
5. Eligibility to Employee Incentive Schemes
6. All specialist tooling provided.
7. Access to company vehicle for private use (Selected roles)

To see the full benefits package please see full Job Description.

Come and join us and be part of a team dedicated to employee engagement, excellence and beyond all customer delight.

What we offer:

JOB DESCRIPTION [FIELD SERVICE]

We at Linde Material Handling, one of the world's leading manufacturers of forklift trucks and warehouse equipment, are looking for Field Service Engineers like you. This role is to join our team in the Selby/Goole area, covering YO Postcodes.

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!

In this role, you will engage in a variety of tasks, working with our full range of products, from small pallet trucks to Counterbalance trucks, Very Narrow Aisle (VNA) trucks, and automated trucks. Your responsibilities will include diagnosing and rectifying faults, performing preventative maintenance, and servicing Linde forklifts and other material handling equipment at our customer sites.

Join us and be part of a team dedicated to employee engagement, excellence and beyond all customer delight.

Tasks and Qualifications:

Do you have experience in one of the following disciplines: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Hydraulics?

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 (Field and Resident Engineers only).

As a Linde engineer, you will need to be comfortable working autonomously and within a team.

Our values underpin everything we do:

1. Excellence: We create outstanding customer value
2. Courage: We change and innovate
3. Collaboration: We trust each other
4. Integrity: We do what is right

What does your package include?

A competitive salary scale dependent on your experience.

The option for either a 40-hour or 45-hour working week – Monday to Friday.

Shift premium.

Overtime opportunities - @ time plus on 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 Employee Incentive Schemes.

Receive a 6-week Induction which offers world class training to enable you in your role.

Long term training development plans.

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).

Local and national technical support.

Laptop and phone provided.

All specialist tooling provided.

Tools replacement policy provided by the company (Wear and Tear).

Company cleaned specialist work wear.

In addition, Field Service Engineers package includes:

Paid travel “Door to Door”.

Customer base close to home with average travel just 30 minutes.

Company van and fuel card, with the option for private use.

Van washing through fuel card account.

Occasional on-call support required paid in addition to your salary.