Field Service Engineer

Linde Material Handling; Penrith; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading material handling company is seeking a Field Service Engineer in Cumbria/Penrith. You will diagnose and maintain forklifts and other equipment, ensuring high customer satisfaction. Ideal candidates are experienced technicians with mechanical or electrical skills, possessing a full UK driving licence. The role offers a structured training program, competitive pay, and company perks. Join a supportive team that values work-life balance.

Benefits

Company van and fuel card

25 days annual leave

Company pension scheme

Discount scheme

Extensive product training

Qualifications

• Experience as a forklift technician, plant fitter, or similar role.
• IT literate and able to keep accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and rectify faults on forklifts.
• Undertake preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Provide on-site support and service.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Electrical engineering

Hydraulics

Good communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Education

NVQ level 3 or equivalent

Job description

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Linde Material Handling offers a range of challenging careers across the country, and we are keen to talk to you about the direction in which you would like your career to go.

We are currently looking for a Field Service Engineer to join our team in the Cumbia / Penrith area, ideally living in the Cumbria location.

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!

Working with everything from small pallet trucks, through to IC trucks, VNA trucks and automated trucks, you will be required to find, diagnose, and rectify faults, and undertake preventative maintenance on Linde forklifts and other material handling equipment at our customer sites.

A message from one engineer to another

Linde works well for me because the hours suit my lifestyle and I have a better home/work life balance. In my previous role I often worked shifts which included weekends/nights, this made making plans with family difficult. Annual leave was challenging to take unless booked a year in advance and working bank holidays was a requirement. Great salary, paid door to door and the support of the team here is invaluable.

Before I joined Linde, I met with my team on yearly basis. Now, we meet regularly for coffee and breakfast and it’s nice to have the opportunity to have informal catch ups with my team and managers

We Offer

To be considered for this role, you will need experience in at least one of the following areas:

• Mechanical engineering
• Electrical engineering
• Hydraulics

Ideally you will have an NVQ level 3 (or equivalent) qualification, although this is not essential.

You will need to be IT literate and able to use latest technology to keep accurate records and place orders.

You must hold a full UK driving licence.

Personal Attributes

• Good communication skills to liaise with our customers and your internal colleagues
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Take pride in your work and complete tasks to the highest standard
• A high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• A positive and can‑do attitude
• Flexibility to adapt to the changing needs of the role
• A desire to be a Linde brand ambassador

Tasks & Compensation

• Salary will depend on experience
• 40 hour working week
• Door to door payment
• Overtime opportunities
• Occasional on‑call support required paid in addition to your salary
• Company van and fuel card, with the option for private use
• Van washing through fuel card account
• 25 days annual leave
• Company pension scheme - 6% employer contribution; minimum 4% employee contribution
• Discount scheme, with access to deals from some of the UK’s largest brands
• World class Linde specialised product training
• Full Forklift Driver Licence

What to Expect?

• Structured 6‑week on‑boarding and training plan
• Buddy support system in place
• In boot overnight parts deliveries
• PPE and Uniform supplied
• Uniform cleaning service
• Ongoing manufacturer training on our market‑leading range of material handling equipment
• Local support from a network of colleagues
• Varied role with day‑to‑day different challenges

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Information Technology
• Machinery Manufacturing

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