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Farm Engineer

Posted a day ago

  • Acton Burnell, Shropshire
  • Permanent
  • £40,000 to £44,000 /Yr
  • Sponsored
  • Expires In a month

Monday to Friday Days

Join a leader in the agricultural sector, dedicated to innovation and excellence in farming technology. They are committed to ensuring the smooth operation of farm processes by maintaining and servicing advanced machinery.

Why Work For Them?

They believe in nurturing talent and providing their employees with the right tools and opportunities to succeed in their career. As part of their team, you'll have the chance to work on a wide range of agricultural machinery, from new technology to classic farm equipment, making each day different.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary with incentives
  • Comprehensive health and safety training
  • Opportunities for professional development and qualifications in mechanical engineering and agricultural technology
  • Life insurance
  • Flexible working hours
  • Supportive team environment

Key Responsibilities:
As a Farm Engineer you will be reporting directly to the Workshop Manager and play an important role in maintaining and servicing all farm machinery to the highest standards. You'll collaborate closely with the Workshop team to ensure efficient and effective support for all farming processes.

  • Conduct routine servicing of vehicles and equipment.
  • Replace essential fluids and lubricants.
  • Ensure all documentation is accurate and up to date.
  • Complete end-of-season overhauls and repairs on various agricultural machinery.
  • Assist in building new machines and replacing parts within the workshop environment.
  • Use hydraulic, pneumatic, and low-voltage electronic systems to diagnose machinery faults.
  • Ensure timely and effective repairs to minimise downtime.
  • Respond to emergency breakdowns and carry out field-based repairs as required.
  • Support Workshop colleagues with various projects and developments both in the workshop and in the field.
  • Ensure all tasks under the guidance of the Workshop Manager are completed efficiently and to a high standard.
  • Adhere to all Health and Safety regulations within the workshop and on-site.

Requirements:

  • Experience and knowledge in agricultural machine maintenance
  • Strong ability in fault diagnosis and repairs
  • Familiarity with pneumatics and hydraulics
  • Strong awareness of Health & Safety regulations
  • Flexible approach to working hours and environments
  • Relevant mechanical engineering qualifications (Level 3 or equivalent)
  • Experience with low voltage electronics, TIG/MIG welding, and JCB telescopic drivers
  • Proficiency in MS Office and ability to manage documentation efficiently
  • Skills in safe use of oxy-fuels and abrasive wheels

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