Field Service Engineer

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

Job summary

A global leader in material handling is seeking a Field Service Engineer based in England. This entry-level role involves diagnosing technical issues, conducting maintenance, and providing exceptional customer support across various locations. Candidates should have experience as a vehicle technician and a full UK driving license. The position offers a competitive salary, various benefits, and training opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

25 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Paid door-to-door travel

Company van and fuel card

Opportunity for growth through technical grading process

World-class Linde specialised product training

Responsibilities

• Diagnosing and resolving technical issues to ensure equipment operates at peak efficiency.
• Conducting preventative maintenance check-ups.
• Building strong relationships and delivering exceptional support.

Skills

Experience as vehicle technician or mechanical engineer

Experience with plant equipment

Comfortable using IT equipment

Full UK driving license

Capable of working autonomously and within a team

Education

NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent)

Job description

Find your next challenge as a Field Service Engineer with Linde Material Handling, a global leader responsible for forklifts and warehouse equipment, based in the Bournemouth, Southampton and Salisbury area.

Responsibilities and Tasks

Your role will be both hands‑on and problem‑solving oriented, diagnosing and resolving technical issues, ensuring equipment operates at peak efficiency. You’ll conduct preventative maintenance check‑ups, travel to various customer locations, service Linde forklifts and other modern material‑handling equipment, build strong relationships and deliver exceptional support.

Qualifications

• Experience as vehicle technician or mechanical engineer – forklift technician, plant fitter, plant technician, vehicle technician, or related.
• Experience with plant equipment, powered access equipment, agricultural machinery, motor vehicles or industrial cleaners is highly desirable.
• Ideally NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) – not essential.
• Comfortable using IT equipment – required.
• Full UK driving license – required.
• Capable of working autonomously and within a team.

Benefits and Compensation

• A competitive salary based on experience.
• Option of a 40‑hour or 45‑hour working week (Mon‑Fri) – shift premium and overtime available.
• 25 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays.
• Company pension scheme – 6% employer contribution and minimum 4% employee contribution.
• Eligibility to participate in Employee Incentive Schemes.
• Discount scheme with deals from UK’s largest brands.
• “Recommend a friend” scheme – refer a colleague and get rewarded.
• 6‑week induction offering world‑class training.
• Long‑term training and development plans.
• World‑class Linde specialised product training.
• Full forklift driver licence.
• Opportunity for growth through technical grading process.
• Opportunity to undertake extended learning (degree level) for the right candidates.
• Local and national technical support.
• Laptop and phone provided.
• All specialist tooling provided and tool‑replacement policy.
• All PPE supplied – company cleaned specialist workwear.

Additional Perks

• Paid door‑to‑door travel – average travel 30 minutes.
• Company van and fuel card – optional private use.
• Van washing through fuel card account.
• Occasional on‑call support, paid in addition to salary.

Employment Details

• Position: Field Service Engineer.
• Seniority level: Entry level.
• Employment type: Full‑time.
• Job function: Information Technology.
• Industry: Machinery Manufacturing.
• Location: Bournemouth, Southampton and Salisbury, United Kingdom.

Linde is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and will provide any necessary adjustments or accommodations during the application or interview process.

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