Agricultural Service Technician

Reed Specialist Recruitment; Retford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Manufacturer training

Career development pathway

Pension scheme

Sick pay

24 days annual leave

Life assurance

Healthcare Cash Plan

Uniform provided

Staff discounts

Free parking

Job summary

Reed Engineering & Manufacturing, on behalf of a leading agricultural and vehicle company, is seeking an Agricultural Service Technician in Retford. You will service, diagnose, and repair a range of industry-leading agricultural equipment, both at our depot workshop and on customer sites across the local area.

The role suits a mechanical, electrical or agricultural engineering background with strong diagnostic skills, excellent customer service, and a proactive approach.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical, electrical or agricultural engineering.
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding abilities.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Servicing, maintaining and repairing agricultural machinery at depot and on customer sites.
• Attend farms and premises to carry out breakdowns and routine maintenance.
• Advise customers on operation and optimisation of machinery.
• Complete service documentation accurately and on time.
• Carry out pre-delivery inspections and setup of equipment.
• Support colleagues and participate in ongoing product training.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Electrical engineering

Agricultural machinery

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Multimeter

Job description

Reed Engineering & Manufacturing are working with a leading Agricultural & Vehicle company.

Agricultural Service Technician

Location: Retford

Salary: Competitive + Overtime + Excellent Benefits

Are you a skilled mechanical engineer, fitter or technician looking for a varied field-based role with a leading agricultural machinery business? We are seeking an Agricultural Service Technician to join our busy Service Department, carrying out maintenance, diagnostics and repairs on a range of industry-leading agricultural equipment.

This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with agricultural, plant, HGV, automotive, construction or mechanical engineering experience who are looking to develop their skills through specialist manufacturer training and long-term career progression.

The Role

As a Service Technician, you will be responsible for servicing, maintaining and repairing agricultural machinery both at our depot workshop and on customer sites throughout the local area.

• Performing routine maintenance, servicing, diagnostics and repairs on agricultural machinery.
• Attending customer farms and premises to carry out breakdown repairs and maintenance work.
• Advising customers on machinery operation and optimisation techniques.
• Completing all service documentation and reports accurately and on time.
• Carrying out pre-delivery inspections and set-up of new and used equipment.
• Supporting colleagues and service specialists where required.
• Maintaining excellent customer service standards and representing the business professionally at all times.
• Participating in ongoing manufacturer and product training to develop knowledge and skills.
• Ensuring full compliance with Health & Safety policies and procedures.

About You

• Mechanical, electrical or agricultural engineering experience.
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding abilities.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• The ability to work independently and manage your workload effectively.
• A professional and positive attitude.
• Commitment to health and safety standards.
• A full UK driving licence.

Previous experience working with agricultural machinery would be advantageous but is not essential, as full training will be provided.

Working Hours

• Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm
• Overtime available during busy seasonal periods, including evenings and weekends

Benefits

• Opportunity to work with industry-leading machinery and technology
• Company vehicle for mobile technicians (subject to skills and experience)
• Manufacturer and product training
• Tailored career development pathway
• Company pension scheme
• Company sick pay scheme
• 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Additional day off for your birthday
• Life assurance (3x annual salary)
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• Employee uniform provided
• Staff discounts on showroom products
• Health and wellbeing support line
• Free on-site parking