Resident Engineer

KION Group•Castleford, ID

7d•Onsite

About The Position

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 Resident Engineer to join our team in Howden, covering a site in the DN14 postcode. 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: • a competitive salary scale dependent on your experience. • an option for either a 40-hour or 45-hour working week – Monday to Friday • 25 days annual leave + statutory bank holidays • Company pension scheme - 6% employer contribution; minimum 4% employee contribution • Eligibility to Employee Incentive Schemes • All specialist tooling provided. • 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. We offer: Are you looking for your next opportunity as a Resident Service Engineer? 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 at our customer site in Howden DN14. 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: Are you a Resident engineer who is looking for their next opportunity? Have you considered Linde Material Handling, one of the world's leading manufacturers of forklift trucks and warehouse equipment? We are a global organisation who is proud of our heritage for more than 50 years we have been one of the world's largest manufacturers of forklift trucks and warehouse equipment and has been setting standards for solutions for industrial trucks, fleet management, driver assistance systems and service offerings. We develop high-performance material flow solutions tailored to individual customer needs, with which users achieve sustainable competitive advantages. We represent the highest possible level of technology and service expertise in forklifts and warehouse technology. Do you have experience in one for the following disciplines, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Hydraulics?

Requirements

experience as vehicle technicians or mechanical engineers
comfortable using IT equipment is essential
full UK driving licence (Field and Resident Engineers only)
comfortable working autonomously and within a team

Nice To Haves

Experience with plant equipment, powered access equipment, agricultural machinery, motor vehicles, or industrial cleaners is highly desirable.
Ideally you will have an NVQ level 3 (or equivalent) qualification, although this is not essential.
experience in one for the following disciplines, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Hydraulics

Responsibilities

diagnosing and rectifying faults
performing preventative maintenance
servicing Linde forklifts and other material handling equipment at our customer sites

Benefits

a competitive salary scale dependent on your experience.
an option for either a 40-hour or 45-hour working week – Monday to Friday
25 days annual leave + statutory bank holidays
Company pension scheme - 6% employer contribution; minimum 4% employee contribution
Eligibility to Employee Incentive Schemes
All specialist tooling provided.
Access to company vehicle for private use (Selected roles)
Shift premium
Overtime opportunities - @ time plus on half Monday to Saturday & some bank holidays
Double Time on Sundays and some Bank Holidays
Additional days holiday based on long service milestones.
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!
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.
Tools replacement policy provided by the company (Wear and Tear)
Company cleaned specialist work wear.
Customer base close to home with average travel just 30 minutes
Occasional on-call support required paid in addition to your salary