Resident Engineer

KION Group

. Work Monday to Friday on day and late shifts: 06:00–14:30 and 14:30–23:00 .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeSolihull • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in diagnosing and rectifying faults on Linde forklifts and other material handling equipment, alongside a strong ability to perform preventative maintenance and maintain accurate records using technology. Holds a full UK driving license and possesses effective communication skills for liaising with customers and colleagues.

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Forklift Technician ExperienceMechanical EngineeringElectrical EngineeringHydraulicsNVQ Level 3 Qualification

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Hard Skills

Fault DiagnosisPreventative MaintenanceService EquipmentPlant Equipment KnowledgePowered Access EquipmentAttention to DetailIT Literacy

Soft Skills

Good Communication SkillsAbility to Work IndependentlyTeam CollaborationFlexibility

Tools & Technologies

Linde ForkliftsMaterial Handling EquipmentTechnology for Record Keeping

Certifications & Qualifications

NVQ Level 3 QualificationFull UK Driving License

Industry Keywords

Plant FitterPlant TechnicianVehicle TechnicianAgricultural MachineryIndustrial Cleaners

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work Monday to Friday on day and late shifts: 06:00–14:30 and 14:30–23:00
Diagnose and rectify faults on Linde forklifts and other material handling equipment at customer sites
Undertake preventative maintenance
Service equipment ranging from small pallet trucks to IC trucks, VNA trucks, and automated trucks
Use technology to maintain accurate records and place orders
Liaise with customers and internal colleagues
Act as a Linde brand ambassador

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience in at least one of: Mechanical engineering, Electrical engineering, or Hydraulics
Experience as a forklift technician, plant fitter, plant technician, vehicle technician, or similar role
Experience within plant equipment, powered access equipment, agricultural machinery, motor vehicles, or industrial cleaners may be relevant
NVQ level 3 or equivalent qualification ideally, but not essential
IT literate and able to use the latest technology to keep accurate records and place orders
Must hold a full UK driving license
Good communication skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Flexibility to adapt to changing role needs

Benefits

Comp & perks

Shift premium
Overtime opportunities
25 days annual leave
Company pension scheme
Discount scheme, with access to deals from some of the UK’s largest brands
World class Linde specialized product training
Full Forklift Driver License
Buddy support system in place
Company laptop and phone
PPE and Uniform supplied
Uniform cleaning service
Ongoing manufacturer training on our market-leading range of material handling equipment
Technical support available
Local support network from colleagues
Varied role with day-to-day different challenges