Service Technician

GEA Germany GmbH; Kilmarnock; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dairy dealership, GEA Group, is seeking a reliable Service Technician to maintain and service dairy equipment across Scotland. The role involves hands-on work with GEA milking systems, ensuring compliance with hygiene standards, and providing excellent customer support. Ideal candidates should have a mechanical or electrical background, problem-solving skills, and a passion for supporting local dairy farmers with advanced technology.

Benefits

Company vehicle

Tools and uniform provided

Full training including GEA certification

Ongoing support and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Mechanical or electrical background (qualification preferred but not essential).
• Previous experience in dairy equipment servicing is an advantage.
• Full UK driving licence (or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Perform routine servicing and maintenance of conventional and automated GEA milking systems.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic faults.
• Maintain accurate service records and provide customer support and technical advice.

Skills

Mechanical background

Electrical background

Problem-solving skills

Customer interaction

Job description

Responsibilities / Tasks

About Us

DairyFlow is a leading GEA dealership providing top-quality dairy equipment, automation, and servicing solutions to farms across Scotland. We are proud to support dairy producers with advanced milking technology, from conventional milking systems (CMS) to automated milking systems (AMS), tanks, and complete on-farm solutions.

We are currently looking for a reliable and hands-on Service Technician to join our growing team.

About the Role

As a Service Technician, you'll be responsible for servicing and maintaining a range of dairy equipment on farms — including GEA milking systems (both CMS and AMS), milk cooling tanks, liners, pulsation systems, and more. This is a customer-facing role that requires technical know-how, attention to detail, and a passion for keeping dairy operations running smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine servicing and maintenance of conventional and automated GEA milking systems

• Conduct liner and rubberware changes, pulsator checks, and system hygiene inspections

• Service and maintain milk tanks, cooling systems, and associated equipment

• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic faults

• Ensure all work is completed to GEA standards and complies with dairy hygiene regulations

• Maintain accurate service records and provide customer support and technical advice

• Participate in on-call rota for emergency breakdown support (shared within team)

Your Profile / Qualifications

What We’re Looking For

• Mechanical or electrical background (qualification preferred but not essential)

• Previous experience in dairy equipment servicing is an advantage

• Comfortable working on farms and interacting with customers

• Good problem-solving skills and a hands-on, practical mindset

• Full UK driving licence (or equivalent)

• Reliable, self-motivated, and able to work independently and as part of a team

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience

• Company vehicle, tools, and uniform

• Full training provided, including GEA certification

• Ongoing support and development opportunities

• Friendly, team-focused work environment

• The chance to work with leading dairy technology and support local farmers

DairyFlow is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds with the right attitude and commitment to quality.

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