Resident Engineer

locations: Swanley, UK
time type: Full time
job requisition id: JR-0071766

Linde Material Handling is one of the world's leading manufacturers of forklift trucks and warehouse equipment. We operate in over 100 countries worldwide, with around 13,000 people working for the brand. A worldwide network of more than 8,500 service technicians ensures maximum availability of Linde trucks and solutions, and based on its worldwide logistics network, Linde guarantees spare part delivery within 24 hours.
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 Resident  Engineer to join our team in the Hatfield area. The geographical patch to be covered is the AL10 9TR postcode area.
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 with 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 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.

What we offer:

Who are we looking for?

• 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 the latest technology to keep accurate records and place orders.
• You must hold a full UK driving license.
• You will need to have the following 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 and Qualifications:

What do we offer?

• Salary will depend on experience
• 40-hour working week
• Shift premium
• Door-to-door payment
• Overtime opportunities
• Occasional on-call support is 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 specialized product training
• Full Forklift Driver's Licence
  

What to Expect?

• Structured 6-week onboarding and training plan
• A buddy support system in place
• In-boot overnight parts deliveries
• PPE and Uniforms supplied
• Uniform cleaning service
• Ongoing manufacturer training on our market-leading range of material-handling equipment
• Local support from a network of colleagues
• Varied roles with day-to-day challenges