Glasshouse Engineer: High-Tech Maintenance for Growers

MorePeople; Willerby; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40k salary

On-site role in Hull area

Hands-on engineering team

Job summary

MorePeople is seeking a Glasshouse Engineer to maintain and optimise a high-tech glasshouse in the Hull area. You will work in a hands-on engineering team, carrying out planned and reactive maintenance to minimise downtime and safeguard crop conditions.

The role requires a recognised engineering qualification, proven maintenance experience, and strong fault-finding ability. A full UK driving licence and right to work in the UK are essential for onsite duties.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in mechanical, electrical or multi-skilled discipline.
• Proven maintenance or multi-skilled engineering experience.
• Strong fault-finding skills.
• Right to work in the UK and full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventive maintenance and respond to breakdowns across the site.
• Maintain and fault-find on glasshouse systems, including heating, boilers, ventilation, screens, irrigation and fertigation.
• Support climate control and automation systems, working with the growing team to keep conditions on target.
• Maintain electrical and mechanical equipment, including pumps, motors, lighting and water treatment.
• Complete maintenance records and job cards accurately.
• Work safely at all times, following site procedures, risk assessments and permit systems.
• Identify and recommend improvements that reduce downtime or energy use.
• Manage spares and liaise with external contractors and suppliers when needed.

Skills

Maintenance

Multi-skilled

Fault-finding

Driving licence

Education

NVQ Level 3

HNC

Tools

PLC

Control systems

Job description

MorePeople is seeking a Glasshouse Engineer to maintain and optimise a high-tech glasshouse in the Hull area. You will work in a hands-on engineering team, carrying out planned and reactive maintenance to minimise downtime and safeguard crop conditions.

The role requires a recognised engineering qualification, proven maintenance experience, and strong fault-finding ability. A full UK driving licence and right to work in the UK are essential for onsite duties.