Overview
Exciting Career Opportunity as a Field Service Engineer at Linde Material Handling in the Glasgow/Paisley area. Are you ready to take the next step in your career as a Field Service Engineer? Linde Material Handling, a global leader in forklift trucks and warehouse equipment, is seeking skilled Field Service Engineers to join our team.
Role
As a Field Service Engineer, you will embark on a dynamic journey in the world of material handling, where no two days are the same. You’ll immerse yourself in a diverse array of tasks, expertly navigating our extensive lineup of products—from agile pallet trucks to robust counterbalance machines, and cutting‑edge very narrow aisle (VNA) trucks to innovative automated solutions.
Benefits
* A competitive salary based on your experience
* The option of a 40‑hour or 45‑hour working week, Monday to Friday; shift premium and OT available for those who want it
* 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
* Discount scheme, with access to deals from some of the UK’s largest brands
* “Recommend a friend” scheme – recommend someone else and get rewarded
* Receive a 6‑week induction offering 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
* A Linde Forklift license
* Opportunity for growth through a 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 and tool‑replacement policy (wear and tear)
* Personal protective equipment supplied (company clean specialist work wear)
Additional Perks
* 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, paid in addition to your salary
Tasks and Qualifications
Your role will be both hands‑on and problem‑solving‑oriented, as you diagnose and resolve technical issues, ensuring our equipment operates at peak efficiency. You’ll also be the guardian of preventative maintenance, conducting essential check‑ups that keep our fleet running smoothly. Traveling to various 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 support.
Qualifications
* Experience as a vehicle technician or mechanical engineer, especially forklift technicians, plant fitters, or plant technicians
* Experience with plant equipment, powered access equipment, agricultural machinery, motor vehicles, or industrial cleaners desirable
* Ideally you will have an NVQ level 3 (or equivalent) qualification, although this is not essential
* Comfortable using IT equipment for accurate records and orders
* Full UK driving licence
* Ability to work autonomously and within a team
Diversity & Inclusion
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.
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