Job description

• Achieving hands-on, operating and maintenance experience on equipment at various sites throughout the UK.
• Carrying out pre-start checks to identify any mechanical and safety issues to fix or escalate the issue and then complete relevant quality assurance documentation.
• Checking attachments prior to mounting or changing as required, ensuring the integrity of all certificates.
• Reporting any accidents and incidents as soon as possible in compliance with the company’s accident reporting procedure.
• Testing plant to ensure it operates and works properly and safely.
• Working alone without direct supervision.
• Spending time away from home, working at weekends and at night.
• Climbing in and out of cabs and working at height.
• Working in the open air at any time of the year, in all weather conditions.

The ideal candidate

• NVQ level 3, Degree or HND in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline or equivalent experience.
• Exposure to off-highway or agricultural machinery.
• Knowledge of hydraulics, diesel engines, electrics including 12V and 24V electrical systems.
• Good communication skills.
• Adaptable and able to cope with a change of plans.
• Always acts in a safe, professional and polite manner, seeking assistance as and when required.
• Follows detailed instructions, and completes documentation on time and accurately.
• Good teamwork skills and the ability to work alone.
• Methodical approach to solving problems.
• High ethical standards of honesty and integrity.
• Willingness to keep up to date with changing technology.