Specialist Vegetable Service Technician

Ernest Doe & Sons Limited; Sutterton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

Company mobile phone

32 days annual leave

Company sick pay scheme

Workplace pension

Employee referral bonus scheme

Winter flu jab service

Staff discount in country stores

Life assurance cover (2 × salary)

Job summary

Ernest Doe & Sons Limited is seeking a Vegetable Service Technician for its Sutterton branch. The role involves repairing and maintaining specialist vegetable machinery, providing customer service, and completing job documentation. Candidates should have experience in the agricultural industry, strong diagnostic skills, and a valid driving licence. The company offers a competitive salary, company van, mobile phone, and numerous benefits including 32 days annual leave and a workplace pension.

Qualifications

• Proven experience within the agricultural industry is advantageous.
• Ability to diagnose faults and successfully carry out repairs.
• Competent in the use of computers and digital service tools.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain all equipment associated with specialist vegetable machinery.
• Liaise professionally with customers and suppliers.
• Complete job cards in full relating to work undertaken.

Skills

Diagnosis and repair skills

Customer service skills

Ability to work independently

Knowledge of agricultural machinery

Job description

We are currently looking for an experienced Vegetable Service Technician to join the established team at our Sutterton branch, based in Lincolnshire. Join a forward‑thinking company that’s at the cutting edge of agricultural technology and services.

We’re more than just a workplace – we’re a community of skilled technicians who support and learn from each other every day. Whether you’re looking to take your career to the next level or grow with us, we offer opportunities to develop, evolve, and be part of something special. If you’re ready to join a team that values creativity, problem‑solving, and has a can‑do attitude, we want you on board!

Role Purpose

To repair and maintain all equipment associated with specialist vegetable machinery, including support, diagnosis, repairs, commissioning and modification of in‑field agricultural machinery and crop production equipment.

• Proven experience within the agricultural industry would be advantageous.
• Ability to diagnose faults and successfully carry out repairs which may be chargeable or warrantable.
• Service, maintain and diagnose faults on in‑field agricultural machinery and crop production equipment, including products from manufacturers such as Ecorobotix, Tumoba, Verhoest, Samon, among others.
• Installation, commissioning and modification of new and existing in‑field equipment, including fabrication and repairs where required.
• Complete job cards in full relating to work undertaken, including machine details, time, mileage and any accompanying documentation.
• Liaise professionally with customers and suppliers as required.
• Ability to work independently using own initiative, as well as part of a team.
• Adhere to health and safety practices and procedures at all times.
• Maintain a good general level of health and fitness.
• Self‑motivated with a proactive approach to work.
• Competent in the use of computers and digital service tools.
• Excellent customer service skills, as this is a customer‑facing role.
• Full valid driving licence with no more than 3 points.

Job Details

Job Category: After Sales Support

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Job Location: Sutterton

Reference No: WS2308

Additional Information

• Start Date: Immediate, subject to successful candidate’s notice period.
• Hours: 39hrs per week – 8am to 5pm, Monday to Thursday; 8am to 4pm Friday (1hr unpaid lunch). Over‑time paid at time and a half on completion of 39hrs Monday to Friday.
• £Competitive salary, depending on experience, plus company van and company mobile phone.
• 32 days annual leave including bank holidays, company sick pay scheme, workplace pension, employee referral bonus scheme, winter flu jab service, staff discount in country stores and life assurance cover (2 × salary).