Workshop Engineer

About Linde Material Handling

Linde Material Handling is one of the world's leading manufacturers of forklift trucks and warehouse equipment, operating in over 100 countries with around 13,000 people worldwide. Its global network of more than 8,500 service technicians and logistics partners guarantees maximum availability and 24‑hour spare part delivery.

We are looking for a Workshop Engineer to join our Bridgend workshop. Ideal candidates are vehicle technicians or mechanical engineers with experience as a forklift technician, plant fitter, plant technician, vehicle technician or similar roles. Experience with plant equipment, powered access equipment, agricultural machinery, motor vehicles or industrial cleaners would be advantageous.

Responsibilities include working with small pallet trucks through to IC, VNA, and automated trucks, diagnosing and rectifying faults, and performing preventive maintenance on Linde forklifts and other material‑handling equipment.

• Experience in at least one of the following:
  Mechanical engineering, Electrical engineering, Hydraulics.
• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) is desirable but not essential.
• IT literacy and ability to use the latest technology for accurate record‑keeping and ordering.
• Full UK driving licence.

• Good communication skills to liaise with customers and internal colleagues.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Positive, can‑do attitude.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing needs.
• Desire to be a Linde brand ambassador.

• Salary commensurate with experience.
• 40‑hour work week, with overtime opportunities.
• 25 days annual leave.
• Company pension scheme – 6% employer contribution, minimum 4% employee contribution.
• Discount scheme with deals from UK brands.
• World‑class Linde specialised product training.
• Full forklift driver licence provided.
• Structured 6‑week onboarding and training plan.
• Buddy support system.
• Boot overnight parts deliveries.
• PPE and uniform supplied, with cleaning service.
• Ongoing manufacturer training on our range of material‑handling equipment.
• Local support from a network of colleagues.
• Varied role with day‑to‑day challenges.