Resident Engineer

Are you ready to take the next step in your career as a Resident Engineer?

Linde Material Handling, a global leader in forklift trucks and warehouse equipment, is seeking skilled Resident Engineers to join our great team of well qualified engineers.

As a Resident Engineer, you're set to dive into the dynamic realm of material handling, where every day presents new adventures and challenges. Stationed directly at one of our customer sites, you’ll become an integral part of their team, embracing a wide variety of tasks tailored to meet their unique needs.

• A competitive salary based on your experience.
• The option of a 40‑hour or 45‑hour working week, Monday to Friday. Shift premium and overtime available for those that want it.
• 25 days of annual leave plus statutory bank holidays.
• Additional days of holiday based on long service milestones.
• A company pension scheme with 6% employer contribution and minimum 4% employee contribution.
• Discount scheme, with access to deals from some of the UK’s largest brands.
• “Recommend a friend scheme” – if you enjoy your role, recommend someone else and get rewarded.
• Eligibility to join the Employee Incentive Schemes.
• 6‑week induction training to enable you in your role.
• Long‑term training and development plans.
• Linde Operating Licence for FLTs.
• Opportunity for growth through technical grading process.
• Opportunity for the right candidates to undertake extended learning (degree level).
• Support from local and national technical teams.
• Laptop and phone provided.
• All specialist tooling provided and a tool replacement policy (wear and tear).
• PPE supplied and company workwear cleaned.
• Company van and fuel card (applicable on certain sites only).

• Hands‑on and problem‑solving work: diagnosing and resolving technical issues to ensure our customers’ equipment operates at peak efficiency.
• Guardian of preventative maintenance: conducting essential check‑ups that keep the fleet running smoothly.
• Service of Linde forklifts and other state‑of‑the‑art material handling equipment at resident customer locations, forging strong relationships and delivering exceptional service and support.
• Ensuring Linde’s world‑class product reputation is maintained at all times.

• Experience as a vehicle technician or mechanical engineer, especially forklift technicians, plant fitters or plant technicians.
• Experience with plant equipment, powered access equipment, agricultural machinery, motor vehicles or industrial cleaners is highly desirable.
• Ideally, NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) qualification, although not essential.
• Comfortable using IT equipment and keeping accurate records.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Ability to work autonomously and within a team.

Linde is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, abilities, and experience. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the application or interview process to ensure fairness and accessibility, please let us know.