Workshop Engineer

Linde Material Handling are looking for a Workshop Engineer to join their friendly Basingstoke depot, to help contribute to the efficient overall operation of the Workshop function, working closely with Hire, Service and Sales.

Main Duties

This depot prepares the new forklift trucks that come from the factory, ready to be sent around the UK. You will be involved with all pre-delivery inspections, repairing and maintaining of the trucks, fitting of 3rd party items and attachments, and interrogating the trucks.

You will ensure all necessary paperwork, documents and date are input accurately and within SLA, order any necessary spare parts, and liaise with all of the necessary departments. i.e. hire, sales and service, to ensure that appropriate feedback is given with regards to progress of work.

You will be comfortable working alone, using initiative, as well as working effectively as part of a team, as well as comply with all Health and Safety rules and regulations, including on customer and supplier sites.

You must also be willing to take on any additional duties as directed by the Manager to ensure smooth running of the department.

Essential Criteria

• Ideally you will hold (but not essential) an NVQ level 3 qualification in engineering, or equivalent, with any additional electrical and/or hydraulic experience a bonus
• You must have basic IT literacy
• You will have strong good communication skills, both written and verbal

Additional Information

Linde Material Handling is one of the world's leading manufacturers of forklift trucks and warehouse equipment. We operate in over 100 countries worldwide and have 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 is part of the KION Group, which is the largest manufacturer of forklift trucks and warehouse trucks in Europe, measured by units. Within the KION Group, we are helping to shape the future together with our strong brands Linde, STILL and Dematic and represent the very best our industry has to offer. The KION Group is a global enterprise made up of around 41,000 employees in more than 100 countries.

Our culture is shaped by the shared values of the KION Group: integrity, collaboration, courage, and excellence.

Linde Material Handling are an inclusive employer and offer equal opportunities regardless of an individual’s age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation.

If you are successful you will be required to provide your right to work in the UK before starting any employment with us, and please note that we are unfortunately unable to offer sponsorship or relocation at this time.