Glasshouse Maintenance Technician – Hands-On Growth & Bonus

Dyson Farming Limited; East Lindsey; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Pension with 6% employer contribution

Life assurance

Free on-site parking

Cycle2work scheme

Product discounts

Job summary

Dyson Farming is seeking a practical, reliable Maintenance Operative to join our Glasshouse team. This hands-on role focuses on keeping the site in a safe, productive order, performing repairs and upkeep while assisting the Maintenance Technician and broader team with larger projects.

No formal qualifications are required; a willingness to learn and a proactive approach to training and health and safety are vital for success in this position.

Qualifications

• No formal qualifications are required for this hands-on role.
• Willingness to learn and be trained on the job is essential.
• Proactive attitude towards health and safety is important.
• Full driving license is required.
• English must be sufficient to understand instruction and site SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Carry out everyday repairs and upkeep to keep the site safe and productive.
• Support Maintenance Technician and wider team with larger jobs.
• Demonstrate practical DIY/handyman skills on site.

Skills

Practical hands-on

Willingness to learn

Safety minded

Communication skills

Proactive & flexible

Responsibility

Professional conduct

Driving license

English proficiency

Education

No formal qualifications required

Job description

Dyson Farming is a family-owned business, with a vision to benefit future generations through a commitment to commercially viable and environmentally sustainable food production at scale. We strive to be industry leaders in efficient, carbon-neutral, high-technology agriculture, employing highly skilled, pioneering people and supported by research and development in an ever-closer partnership with our sister company, Dyson. We see the future of agriculture as an exciting opportunity to improve the nation’s food security, health, and economic growth.

Dyson Farming is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.

Role summary

We are looking for a practical, reliable Maintenance Operative to join our Glasshouse team. This is a hands-on role responsible for keeping our site in a safe, productive working order, carrying out everyday repairs and upkeep while supporting our Maintenance Technician and wider team with larger jobs.

No formal qualifications or specialist technical knowledge are needed. A willingness to learn and a proactive mindset towards training are vital to succeed in this role.

Personal attributes

• Practical and hands-on, with good general DIY or handyman skills.
• A willingness to learn and be trained on the job.
• Proactive attitude and commitment to health and safety.
• Professional manner and effective communication skills.
• Proactive and flexible approach to work.
• Willing to take responsibility and ownership for tasks.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and training.
• Full driving license
• English sufficient to understand instruction, training and site SOPs (Russian an advantage)
  Closing date

03/09/2026

Financial

• Discretionary performance-related bonus
• Pension scheme with 6% employer contribution
• Life assurance
  Equipment & working conditions
• PPE and workwear provided
• On-site welfare facilities, including rest areas and changing rooms
• 24 days annual leave each year (plus bank holidays)
  Team & culture
• Annual summer and winter all-staff events
• Opportunities for learning and development
  Practical extras
• Discounts on Dyson Farming products
• Dyson product discounts
• Retail discounts
• Free on-site parking
• Cycle2work scheme
  Health and wellbeing
• Enhanced family leave
• Employee assistance programme
• Free flu jab
• Mental health ambassadors across all locations
• Free eye tests and glasses discounts
• Discounted gym membership