Agricultural Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Cowdenbeath; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Agricultural Engineer to join their expanding team in Cowdenbeath. This role offers a chance to work in a dynamic environment, focusing on diagnosing and repairing agricultural machinery while ensuring high-quality service delivery. Ideal candidates will have hands-on experience in agriculture or transferable engineering skills and a proactive attitude. Enjoy a supportive work culture with benefits like a company van, tools, and a pension scheme. If you're ready to take your career to the next level, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Company van

Tools provided

Pension scheme

28 days holiday including bank holidays

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in the agricultural sector or transferable engineering skills.
• Strong work ethic and ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair agricultural machinery, ensuring safety and efficiency.
• Conduct regular maintenance and inspections on equipment.

Skills

Diagnose faults on agricultural machinery

Conduct Pre-Delivery Inspections (PDI)

Risk assessment

Customer service skills

Team collaboration

Education

Qualifications in engineering or agriculture

Tools

Agricultural machinery

Company van and tools

Job description

Due to continued growth and increasing demand, our client is looking to expand their dedicated team with a skilled and motivated Agricultural Engineer in the Cowdenbeath area. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a well-established and evolving agricultural service provider, known for delivering high-quality solutions across the farming and construction industries.

We are ideally seeking a candidate with hands-on experience in the agricultural sector, though applications from individuals with transferable engineering skills who are passionate about working in a fast-paced, rural environment are also welcome. If you're practical, proactive, and ready to advance your career, we would love to hear from you.

Agricultural Engineer Job Overview

1. Diagnose faults and perform repairs on a range of agricultural machinery, including attending machinery breakdowns.
2. Conduct Pre-Delivery Inspections (PDI) on new equipment, and perform regular servicing and maintenance.
3. Assess risks before starting each job, identifying and addressing safety or operational concerns.
4. Maintain daily communication with the Service Manager regarding job progress and issues.
5. Complete all job-related paperwork accurately and promptly each day.
6. Follow warranty procedures to ensure proper documentation and reimbursement of repair costs.
7. Promote the company's products and services proactively, passing on sales or parts leads to relevant departments.
8. Maintain a professional image through personal conduct, appearance, and by keeping the company vehicle clean and well-presented.
9. Identify and communicate training needs to management for personal and team development.
10. Report issues, errors, or concerns to management promptly.
11. Share suggestions for improving operations, service delivery, or efficiency with the management team.
12. Perform any additional duties as required to support the service department and wider business.

Agricultural Engineer Job Requirements

1. Experience in the agricultural industry or transferable skills from a similar industry.
2. A positive attitude and ability to work as part of a close-knit team.
3. Qualifications are advantageous but not essential.
4. Strong work ethic and customer service skills.

Salary & Benefits

1. Monday-Friday, 8:00-5:00, with a half-hour lunch break.
2. Company van and tools provided.
3. Pension scheme.
4. 28 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays.

Bennett and Game Recruitment is a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex, operating across the UK with specialized teams in various industries.

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