Agricultural Service Engineer

First Military Recruitment Ltd; Cirencester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Agricultural Service Engineer to provide high-quality technical expertise and on-site service delivery. This role offers a competitive salary and a company vehicle, along with opportunities for career progression and access to manufacturer-accredited training. You will be responsible for diagnosing and repairing agricultural machinery, ensuring high standards of safety and performance. If you are passionate about agriculture and have a strong background in engineering, this position offers a supportive team environment and long-term employment prospects.

Benefits

Company vehicle

Enhanced holiday allowance

Company sick pay

Company pension scheme

On-site parking

Access to manufacturer-accredited training

Clear pathway for career progression

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with agricultural machinery is highly desirable.
• Willingness to work extended hours during peak seasons.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair agricultural machinery according to manufacturer specifications.
• Maintain accurate service records and documentation.
• Travel to customer sites for servicing and repairs.

Skills

Land-Based Engineering

Communication Skills

Troubleshooting

Independence

Education

Level 3 qualification in Land-Based Engineering

Job description

EY323 Agricultural Service Engineer

Location: Cirencester

Salary: GBP30,000 - GBP40,000 DOE + Company Van + Overtime

Hours: Monday - Thursday 8:00am - 4:40pm Friday 8:00am - 3:30pm

Overview:

First Military Recruitment are currently seeking an Agricultural Service Engineer on behalf of one of our clients. Our client encourages applications from ex-military personnel however all candidates will be given due consideration. The role involves the maintenance, servicing, and repair of a wide range of modern agricultural equipment, supporting customers with high-quality technical expertise and on-site service delivery.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Diagnose and repair agricultural machinery, including tractors and combines, in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
• The role involves a combination of workshop-based tasks and on-site service work. The Agricultural Service Technician will divide their time between working in a fully equipped workshop and traveling to customer locations to carry out diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs on agricultural machinery.
• Maintain accurate service records and documentation.
• Install and demonstrate machinery for end users when required.
• Work closely with workshop and service management to meet operational deadlines.
• Travel to customer sites in the local area to carry out servicing and repairs (full driving licence required).
• Ensure all work meets high standards of safety and performance.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Level 3 qualification in Land-Based Engineering or equivalent (e.g. HGV, Plant, or Construction sectors).
• Previous hands-on experience with agricultural machinery is highly desirable.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to work extended hours during peak agricultural seasons.
• Ability to troubleshoot under pressure and work independently.
• Open to ongoing professional development and manufacturer training.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with enhanced overtime pay.
• Company vehicle.
• Clear pathway for career progression.
• Access to manufacturer-accredited training.
• Enhanced holiday allowance.
• Company sick pay.
• Company pension scheme.
• On-site parking.
• Secure, long-term employment within a supportive team environment.