Field Service Team Leader – Forklift & Equipment

Linde Mh; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 30,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading material handling company is looking for a Team Leader to manage a team of engineers in the Aberdeen area. The ideal candidate will have experience as a forklift technician or similar role, with skills in mechanical and electrical engineering. Responsibilities include fault diagnosis, maintenance of equipment, and team management. Benefits include a competitive salary, a company van, and a structured onboarding process.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Company pension scheme

Company van and fuel card

Discount scheme

World-class training

Qualifications

• Experience with forklifts, plant fitters, or similar roles.
• Excellent communication skills and customer service focus.
• Able to manage a team of engineers effectively.
• Good numeracy/literacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and rectify faults in Linde forklifts.
• Undertake preventative maintenance at customer sites.
• Manage a team of 10-20 engineers in a specific area.
• Promote quality customer service through effective management.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Electrical engineering

Hydraulics

Man management skills

Customer service

Communication skills

IT literacy

Team management

Education

NVQ level 3 or equivalent

Job description

A leading material handling company is looking for a Team Leader to manage a team of engineers in the Aberdeen area. The ideal candidate will have experience as a forklift technician or similar role, with skills in mechanical and electrical engineering. Responsibilities include fault diagnosis, maintenance of equipment, and team management. Benefits include a competitive salary, a company van, and a structured onboarding process.