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Exciting Career Opportunity as a Workshop Engineer at Linde Material Handling in Newton Aycliffe
Are you ready to take the next step in your career as a Workshop Engineer? Linde Material Handling, a global leader in forklift trucks and warehouse equipment, is seeking skilled Workshop Engineers to join our team.
Benefits
* Competitive salary based on experience
* Option of a 40-hour or 45-hour working week, Monday to Friday, with shift premium; overtime available for those who want it
* 25 days of annual leave plus statutory bank holidays, with additional days based on long‑service milestones
* Company pension scheme – 6% employer contribution, minimum 4% employee contribution
* Employee incentive schemes eligibility
* Discount scheme; access to deals from some of the UK’s largest brands
* Recommend a friend scheme – get rewarded for referring the right candidate
* Full forklift driver licence provided
* Full training: 6‑week induction, world‑class specialised product training, long‑term development plans and technical grading
* Opportunity for extended learning (degree level) and growth through technical grading
* Local and national technical support for engineers
* Company laptop and phone provided; all specialist tooling and PPE supplied
Tasks And Qualifications
Linde Workshop Engineers maintain and repair a wide range of material handling equipment, including forklifts and other heavy machinery. The role involves routine maintenance checks, repairs, performing pre‑delivery inspections, diagnosing and rectifying faults, and undertaking preventive maintenance.
Based at one of our depots, you will be responsible for servicing Linde forklifts and other state‑of‑the‑art material handling equipment, forging strong relationships and delivering exceptional customer service.
We are interested in candidates with experience as vehicle technicians or mechanical engineers, particularly 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.
* Ideally an NVQ level 3 or equivalent qualification, though not essential.
* Comfortable using IT equipment – we use technology for accurate records and order placement.
* Full UK driving licence required.
* Ability to work autonomously and within a team.
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, please let us know.
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