Trainee Service Engineer - Farm Robotics & Milking Systems

Lely Atlantic Ltd. (UK & IRL); Kilkenny; On-site; EUR 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Lely Center Kilkenny is recruiting Trainee Service Engineers to join our teams in Kilkenny and Mullingar. You will gain hands-on experience with robotic milking, feeding, and cleaning systems as part of the Lely Service Academy, training to support Ireland's progressive dairy farms.

Ideal candidates have a qualification in agricultural engineering or farm machinery and enjoy problem solving with IT and diagnostic skills. You will grow through on-site work, coaching, and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Level 6/7 agricultural engineering qualification or related field is required.
• Desirable apprenticeship in farm machinery or mechanics.
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems is advantageous.
• Strong IT and diagnostic skills.
• Excellent communication and customer relationship skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in installation, service, and maintenance of robotic milking, feeding, and cleaning systems.
• Support senior engineers on diagnostics, repairs, and system upgrades.
• Complete job-related administration and service reports accurately.
• Maintain a tidy workstation and service vehicle.
• Undertake ongoing product and technical training through the Lely Academy.

Skills

IT & diagnostics

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Level 6/7 Agricultural Engineering

Apprenticeship in Farm Machinery/Mechanics

Job description

Lely Center Kilkenny is recruiting Trainee Service Engineers to join our teams in Kilkenny and Mullingar. You will gain hands-on experience with robotic milking, feeding, and cleaning systems as part of the Lely Service Academy, training to support Ireland's progressive dairy farms.

Ideal candidates have a qualification in agricultural engineering or farm machinery and enjoy problem solving with IT and diagnostic skills. You will grow through on-site work, coaching, and ongoing training.