Service Engineer

NMS Recruit Ltd; Lewes; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a skilled Service Engineer to join a growing team in Lewes. The role involves diagnosing, servicing, and repairing agricultural and horticultural machinery. The ideal candidate will have experience in machinery maintenance and strong diagnostic skills. Benefits include a competitive salary, company vehicle, and life assurance cover.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company vehicle

Company mobile

32 days holiday

Life Assurance Cover

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Service Engineer with agricultural or horticultural machinery.
• Strong diagnostic skills in mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical work.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, service, and repair agricultural and horticultural machinery.
• Carry out scheduled maintenance and safety checks.
• Provide technical support to customers on-site.

Skills

Service Engineer experience

Mechanical skills

Hydraulic skills

Electrical diagnostic skills

Problem-solving ability

IT literacy

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Service Engineer to join a growing team, specialising in the maintenance, service, and repair of agricultural and horticultural machinery. This role will involve both workshop-based and field-based work, providing technical support to customers and ensuring machinery is kept in optimum working condition.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, service, and repair a wide range of agricultural and horticultural machinery, including tractors, mowers, compact tractors, utility vehicles, cultivators, and related equipment.
• Carry out scheduled maintenance, inspections, and safety checks.
• Perform fault finding and troubleshooting using both mechanical knowledge and diagnostic equipment.
• Support customers on-site and provide effective technical advice and solutions.
• Ensure high standards of workmanship, keeping detailed service and repair records.
• Manage parts ordering, stock levels, and liaise with suppliers where required.
• Deliver excellent customer service, maintaining strong relationships with clients.
• Adhere to all company health and safety policies and safe working practices.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Service Engineer / Technician working with agricultural, horticultural, or plant machinery.
• Strong mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical diagnostic skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Excellent problem-solving ability and attention to detail.
• Good IT literacy for diagnostic tools and service reporting.
• Full UK driving licence (HGV desirable but not essential).

Benefits

• Immediate start
• Competitive salary + Company vehicle + company mobile
• 32 days holiday
• Life Assurance Cover

How to apply

To apply, please send a copy of your CV and a covering letter to alex . drury @ nmsrecruit . com or, alternatively, submit your application via the link below

Important Information

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