Agricultural Service Engineer

CDS Labour; Shefford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural service provider located in Shefford is seeking an Agriculture Service Engineer to maintain and repair agricultural machinery. The role involves providing on-site technical support and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in a similar role, excellent problem-solving skills, and a valid driving license. This full-time position offers competitive overtime rates and opportunities for growth within the company.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Service Engineer or similar technical role.
• Experience servicing agricultural machinery or similar.
• Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose technical issues.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and fix agricultural equipment at client sites.
• Conduct routine maintenance and inspections.
• Troubleshoot technical issues promptly.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Ability to work independently

Using diagnostic tools

Job description

Agriculture Service Engineer

Located in Shefford, this is arguably the best supplier for high specification, self‑propelled sprayers, tractors and most other agricultural implements.

Using your skills as a specialist Agricultural Service Technician or Engineer, you can work as a generalist technician (Engineer) or choose to specialise in Fendt, Challenger and Rogator Sprayers as well as others.

Joining a team of service engineers, you are responsible for providing technical support to your farmer clients. Engineering by planned maintenance, fixing broken machinery and troubleshooting. Most of your work will be on site but will also include some work in the workshop.

Apply your technical expertise to get the job done right the first time and look after your customers. As a valued Service Engineer, you will play a vital role in maintaining the reliability and performance of the tractors, spreaders and sprayers.

Duties

• Maintain and fix agriculture equipment at client sites, ensuring compliance with technical specifications and safety standards
• Conduct routine maintenance, inspections, and repairs to minimise downtime and extend equipment lifespan
• Troubleshoot technical issues promptly, diagnosing faults accurately and implementing effective solutions
• Overhaul and repair of second hand machines
• Provide on‑site technical support and training to clients on the operation and maintenance of equipment
• Collaborate with the sales and engineering teams to develop customised solutions tailored to client needs
• Document service activities thoroughly, including detailed reports on repairs, inspections, and recommendations for improvements
• Assist in the development of more junior members of staff
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of industry trends, new technologies and training

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Service Engineer or similar technical role within relevant industries
• Servicing of agricultural machinery or similar
• Excellent problem‑solving skills with the ability to diagnose technical issues efficiently
• Good communication skills
• Warrantee repairs and paperwork
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast‑paced environment
• Able to happily work as required by seasonal peaks
• A valid driving licence is essential
• Proficiency in using diagnostic tools and software relevant to the industry

This role is ideal for motivated engineers, eager to develop their career with a market leader in farming and agri.

A permanent position with basic hours of (Apply online only) Mon‑Thursday and (Apply online only) on Friday. Overtime rates are at T1/2 and DT.