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Agricultural Recruitment Specialists; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development opportunities

Permanent role

Job summary

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists is seeking an experienced Agricultural Fitter/Fabricator for maintenance and fabrication duties at a farm near Abingdon. The role covers servicing, repairs, and custom fabrication, including plasma cutting and welding to support busy harvest periods.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in agricultural machinery maintenance, proficiency in welding and metal fabrication, and the ability to work independently and in a team.

Qualifications

• Strong background in agricultural machinery maintenance and service.
• Proficiency in welding and metal fabrication.
• Experience operating a variety of modern agricultural machinery.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Conducting regular servicing and repairs on agricultural equipment
• Utilising welding techniques to repair and fabricate component
• Carrying out custom fabrication as necessary using a plasma cutter
• Providing relief tractor operations during busy periods, particularly during harvest

Skills

Machinery maintenance

Teamwork

Problem solving

Independent work

Education

NVQ Level 2

Tools

Welding

Plasma cutter

Job description

Agricultural Fitter/Fabricator – Maintenance & Fabrication

Agricultural Fitter/Fabricator – Maintenance & Fabrication – Abingdon – £35,000 - £40,000

The Job:

A skilled Fitter/Fabricator is required to perform servicing, maintenance, and repairs on a diverse range of agricultural machinery.

This role involves:

• - Conducting regular servicing and repairs on agricultural equipment
• - Utilising welding techniques to repair and fabricate component
• - Carrying out custom fabrication as necessary using a plasma cutter
• - Providing relief tractor operations during busy periods, particularly during harvest

The Company:

A long established, family run arable farm based near Abingdon. The farm is well equipped, running a fleet of modern machinery, all of which are maintained to an exceptionally high standard. The business prides itself on sustainable agricultural practices and investment in the latest technology to support efficient farming operations.

The Candidate:

• - Strong background in agricultural machinery maintenance and service
• - Proficiency in welding and metal fabrication
• - Experience operating a variety of modern agricultural machinery
• - Ability to work independently and within a team
• - Problem-solving skills and attention to detail

The Package:

• - Full-time, permanent role
• - Opportunities for career development and further training

Candidate Requirements

All applicants must hold a minimum of an NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2, or an equivalent qualification relevant to the role applied for. Candidates must also have the legal right to work in the UK or hold a valid visa permitting employment.