Field Service Engineer

Field Service Engineer responsible for preventative maintenance on a variety of material handling equipment.

• Diagnose and rectify faults on forklift trucks and warehouse equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance on forklifts, pallet trucks, counterbalance trucks, very narrow aisle (VNA) trucks, and automated trucks.
• Service Linde forklifts and other material handling equipment at customer sites.
• Maintain accurate service records using IT equipment.
• Work independently and as part of a team across the London and Oxford areas.

• Mechanical, electrical, or hydraulic engineering background.
• Experience as a forklift technician, plant fitter, plant technician, vehicle technician, or similar role.
• Experience with plant equipment, powered access equipment, agricultural machinery, motor vehicles or industrial cleaners is an advantage.
• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification (preferred but not essential).
• Full UK driving licence (required for field and resident engineers).
• Comfort with IT equipment and accurate record keeping.
• Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively.

• Competitive salary scale based on experience.
• Choice of 40‑hour or 45‑hour working week (Monday‑Friday).
• Shift premium and overtime opportunities (time plus, half‑day, Saturday, some bank holidays, double time on Sundays).
• 25 days annual leave + statutory bank holidays, plus additional days for long‑service milestones.
• Company pension scheme – 6% employer contribution; minimum 4% employee contribution.
• Discount scheme with UK brands.
• Recommend‑a‑friend scheme.
• 6‑week induction and world‑class training.
• Long‑term training development plans and degree‑level learning opportunities.
• Local and national technical support.
• Company laptop, phone, and specialist tools.
• Paid travel ("door‑to‑door") with company van and fuel card (option for private use).
• Occasional on‑call support paid in addition to salary.