Agricultural Technician

Kemp Recruitment Ltd; Halesworth; On-site; GBP 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-regarded recruitment agency is seeking an Agricultural Service Engineer in the Suffolk Area. The role involves working on modern agricultural machinery and utilizing diagnostic tools. Candidates should have a relevant qualification or equivalent experience. A competitive salary of up to £36,000 per year and extensive benefits including a company van and enhanced leave are offered. The company values work/life balance and ongoing employee development.

Benefits

Company van

Laptop and mobile phone

24 days annual leave

Comprehensive benefits package

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in Land-Based Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Strong communication and customer-facing skills.
• Willingness to work overtime during peak periods.

Responsibilities

• Work on various modern agricultural machinery.
• Use diagnostic software and tools for repairs.
• Participate in continuous technical training.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Customer-facing skills

Commitment to ongoing training

Education

Relevant qualification in Land-Based Engineering

Job description

Agricultural Service Engineer

Location: Suffolk Area

Role Overview

In this position, you will:

• Work on a wide range of modern agricultural machinery and supported equipment.
• Use diagnostic software and laptop-based tools as part of your day‑to‑day duties, alongside hands‑on mechanical work.
• Benefit from a structured career pathway with clearly defined development stages and continuous technical training.
• Receive full support to achieve your professional goals, with a strong focus on work/life balance.
• Join a successful business with strong industry backing and long‑term stability.

Ideal Candidate Profile

We are looking for individuals who:

• Hold a relevant qualification in Land‑Based Engineering or have proven equivalent experience in a similar field.
• Possess strong communication and customer‑facing skills.
• Are committed to ongoing training and skill development.
• Are willing to work overtime during peak seasonal periods.

What's on Offer

The successful candidate will receive:

• A competitive salary of up to £36,000 per year, with regular performance‑based reviews.
• A company van, laptop, and mobile phone.
• 24 days annual leave, increasing to 28 days with service.
• Regular overtime beyond 37.5 hours per week, ensuring total earnings exceed the base salary.
• A comprehensive benefits package including a company vehicle, enhanced holiday entitlement, pension contributions, eye tests, cycle‑to‑work scheme, and employee discount schemes.
• The advantages of working for a long‑standing, family‑owned business that values its employees as key contributors.