Ipswich Farm Machinery Mechanic – £40k OTE + Accommodation

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation

Job summary

Agricultural Mechanic role in Ipswich with a leading farming business. This hands-on position covers workshop and on-farm maintenance to keep machinery running reliably throughout the season. Accommodation is available for relocation.

Applicants should have NVQ Level 2 or equivalent and a full UK driving licence. Experience with hydraulics and electrical systems is preferred; HGV/telehandler tickets are a bonus but not essential. A three-bedroom cottage is available to rent.

Qualifications

• Experience as Agricultural Mechanic or similar machinery maintenance role.
• Knowledge of modern agricultural machinery, hydraulics and electrical systems.
• Ability to diagnose faults, carry out repairs and manage workload independently.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine servicing, maintenance and repairs on agricultural machinery.
• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faults.
• Maintain tractors, combines, cultivation equipment and other farm machinery.
• Support seasonal operations and minimise machinery downtime.
• Keep accurate maintenance records and follow health and safety requirements.
• Assist with welding, fabrication and workshop tasks where required.
• Liaise with external contractors and parts suppliers.
• Keep the workshop, tools and equipment clean, organised and safe.

Skills

Machinery maintenance

Diagnostics

Welding

Driving licence

Independent workload management

Education

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent

Job description

Agricultural Mechanic role in Ipswich with a leading farming business. This hands-on position covers workshop and on-farm maintenance to keep machinery running reliably throughout the season. Accommodation is available for relocation.

Applicants should have NVQ Level 2 or equivalent and a full UK driving licence. Experience with hydraulics and electrical systems is preferred; HGV/telehandler tickets are a bonus but not essential. A three-bedroom cottage is available to rent.