I am currently working with a family-run enterprise that specialises in producing high-quality soft and top fruits for the UK market. With a history of fruit cultivation dating back to the 1960s, the business has expanded from traditional apple and pear orchards to include a diverse range of berries, such as raspberries and blueberries. Each year, over 600 tonnes of fresh fruit are handpicked and packed on-site to ensure the highest standards of quality.

And they need a Farm Mechanic to join their team! They are looking for a Problem solver, who can manage their own workload with positive attitude. Don't worry you won't be the only one in the team, so you'll be working with a great team already onsite, this means reliable communication skills are necessary!

You will have experience:

• In a mechanical role on a broad range of vehicles and machinery
• Experience working on heavy plant or agricultural machinery
• Ability to diagnose faults
• Welding experience
• Full driving licence
• Experience driving farm machinery and forklifts

Your day will involve:

• Inspecting, diagnosing faults, and repairing farm machinery and equipment
• Attending machinery breakdowns
• Scheduling and carrying out servicing and routine maintenance (including MOT preparation) on all machinery, vehicles, and tractors.
• Keeping records of all work/maintenance
• Managing work priorities
• Procuring spare parts/components from the most cost-effective source
• Assisting with farm duties at busy times of the year
• Complying with HSE requirements

Experience is key in this role but obviously Qualifications are a massive advantage!

You will be working:

• Monday - Friday (With Overtime opportunity)

Sounds good? What's Next?

Give me a call! Whether you're already hooked or fancy knowing just that little bit more. You can reach me, Ben at 01780480530 or email me at ben.gough@morepeople.co.uk. You can also drop me a message on LinkedIn if that's easier. Don't worry about having an up-to-date CV, we can sort that out later.

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