Mobile Service Engineer (Agriculture & Groundcare)

Interaction Recruitment; Retford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

32 days annual leave

Training & progression

Job summary

Interaction Recruitment is seeking a Mobile Service Engineer (Agriculture & Groundcare) in Retford, Nottinghamshire. You will service, diagnose and repair a wide range of agricultural machinery, ensuring maximum uptime for customers.

The role offers a basic salary of £28,000–£34,000 with overtime, a company van, fuel card and laptop, and 32 days leave including bank holidays. Training, progression, and staff discounts are also provided.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working on agricultural machinery or similar heavy equipment.
• Strong mechanical, hydraulic and electrical fault-finding skills.
• Experience with engines, transmissions, hydraulics and electrical systems.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload.
• Engineering qualifications such as NVQ, City & Guilds, Apprenticeship or equivalent are advantageous.
• Full UK Driving Licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Service, maintain and repair agricultural machinery including tractors, combines and telehandlers.
• Attend customer sites to diagnose and resolve breakdowns.
• Carry out mechanical, hydraulic and electrical fault-finding.
• Conduct preventative maintenance and inspections.
• Complete service reports and documentation accurately.
• Provide technical support and advice to customers.
• Work independently in the field while liaising with the service team.

Skills

Mechanical fault-finding

Hydraulic fault-finding

Electrical fault-finding

Independence at work

Full UK Driving Licence

Education

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

Mobile Service Engineer (Agriculture & Groundcare)

Retford, Nottinghamshire

£28,000 - £34,000 Basic Salary + Overtime (OTE £38,500 - £46,750+)

Monday-Friday | 08:00-17:00

Permanent | Full-Time

Join One of the UK's Leading Agricultural & Groundcare Machinery Specialists

Interaction Technical is proud to be partnering with a long-established and highly respected supplier of agricultural, groundcare, and horticultural machinery.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a company that genuinely invests in its engineers through industry-leading training, career progression, and outstanding earning potential.

What's in it for You?

• Company van, fuel card, and laptop provided
• 32 days annual leave including Bank Holidays
• Additional day off for your birthday
• Manufacturer and industry-accredited training
• Clear progression opportunities within a growing business
• Staff discounts on tools and equipment
• Access to a wide range of retail and lifestyle discounts
• Call-out rota 1 week in 4:
  • £25 evening retainer
  • £50 full-day retainer
  • Travel time paid from home to site
  • Expenses covered during call-outs

Excellent Overtime Opportunities

Overtime is consistently available throughout the year, with many engineers regularly completing between 5 and 10 overtime hours per week.

Overtime Rates:

1. 1.5x Monday-Saturday
2. 2x Sundays & Bank Holidays

Realistic Earnings Examples

Based on 5 hours overtime per week:

• £28,000 basic salary = Approx. £33,250 annual earnings
• £34,000 basic salary = Approx. £40,375 annual earnings

Based on 10 hours overtime per week:

• £28,000 basic salary = Approx. 38,500 annual earnings
• £34,000 basic salary = Approx. 46,750 annual earnings

Additional call-out retainers and paid travel time can further increase earnings.

The Role

As an Agricultural Engineer, you will be responsible for servicing, maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing a wide range of agricultural machinery, ensuring customers receive the highest level of support and equipment uptime.

Key Responsibilities

• Service, maintain and repair agricultural machinery including tractors, combines, balers, telehandlers and associated equipment
• Attend customer sites to diagnose and resolve breakdowns
• Carry out mechanical, hydraulic and electrical fault-finding
• Conduct preventative maintenance and inspections
• Complete service reports and documentation accurately
• Provide technical support and advice to customers
• Work independently in the field while liaising with the service team to ensure the best outcome for customers

Requirements

• Previous experience working on agricultural machinery, plant equipment, construction machinery, forklifts, commercial vehicles, HGVs, or similar heavy equipment
• Strong mechanical, hydraulic and electrical fault-finding skills
• Experience working on engines, transmissions, hydraulics and electrical systems
• Ability to work independently and manage your own workload
• Engineering qualifications such as NVQ, City & Guilds, Apprenticeship or equivalent are advantageous
• Full UK Driving Licence

Similar Roles

Agricultural Engineer, Agricultural Technician, Field Service Engineer, Horticultural Engineer, Plant Engineer, Plant Fitter, Mobile Engineer, Forklift Engineer, Service Engineer, Mechanical Engineer.