Introduction
Have you considered what is required to become an engineer? Would you like to learn how to service and repair forklift trucks and other material handling equipment? Are you looking for an exciting career opportunity?
Every year Linde Material Handling recruits apprentices across the UK, offering hands‑on experience while studying for a nationally recognised qualification.
About Linde Material Handling & The KION Group
Linde Material Handling is one of the leading brands of the KION Group, a global business headquartered in Germany with around 41,000 employees in 100 countries. Linde operates in the UK and other regions, providing forklift trucks, warehouse and material handling equipment, and automation solutions.
We Offer
* Practical on‑the‑job training
* Study for a nationally recognised qualification
* Earn a wage
* Support from experienced team members and mentors
Apprenticeship Programme
The Linde Material Handling (MH) Engineering Apprenticeship Programme develops engineers to support our field, workshop, and site‑based roles. The role involves learning how to become a fully competent Linde engineer through college and on‑the‑job training, mentored by a dedicated Mentor and monitored by an Apprentice Development Officer (ADO).
The programme lasts three years and culminates in a Level 3 apprenticeship in Lift Truck & Powered Access Engineering. You will learn to inspect, maintain, service, and repair all types of material handling equipment, including forklift trucks and warehouse equipment.
Travel to college and overnight stays will be funded as part of the programme. Travel to and from college, accommodation, and meals are covered.
Your Duties And Responsibilities During Your Apprenticeship Include
* Attending all required training courses (internal & external).
* Passing all knowledge block training tests at college.
* Passing End‑Point Assessment for Level 3 in Lift Truck & Powered Access Engineering.
* Passing all internal assessments showcasing general knowledge of safety, product knowledge and use of diagnostic equipment.
* Completing all online tests and end‑point assessments to deadline within two resits.
* Completing your e‑Portfolio on time and to the expected standards agreed by the college and ADO.
* Working closely with the training organisation to achieve your qualification.
* Working toward competence in carrying out preventative maintenance, repairs, and diagnostics on a wide range of Linde products.
Tasks And Qualifications
To succeed in the apprenticeship programme you need a passion for engineering, motivation, and commitment to learning. You will need good verbal and listening skills, a confident and positive attitude, and the willingness to act as a Linde brand ambassador.
To Be Considered For Our Apprenticeship You Will
* Ideally hold a GCSE Grade 4 or above in Maths and English (predicted grades if undertaking GCSEs) or a National 5 in Scotland.
* Have an interest in engineering and technology.
* Possess a full UK driver’s licence (preferred but not essential).
What We Offer
* Salary in line with the Government Apprentice rate of pay, with an enhanced rate for apprentices aged 16‑17.
* 39‑hour working week.
* Overtime opportunities for apprentices aged 18 and over.
* 25 days annual leave.
* Option to join the company pension scheme.
* Discount scheme, with access to deals from some of the UK’s largest brands.
* World‑class Linde specialised product training.
* Full range of uniform and PPE supplied.
* Starter toolbox and set of tools provided.
* Full forklift driver licence training.
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