Agricultural Engineer

Company: Holt-Recruitment
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Location: Colchester
Job Description:

Agricultural Engineer – Service Technician (Field & Workshop Based)

Location: Colchester and surrounding areas

Hours: Full-time, standard working week with overtime available

Salary: Basic DOE + Overtime @ 1.5x

We are recruiting for an experienced Agricultural Engineer / Service Technician to join a well‑established team covering the Colchester & surrounding areas. This is a mixed field and workshop‑based role involving the servicing, maintenance, and repair of modern agricultural machinery, along with breakdown response and planned maintenance work.

Key Responsibilities

  • Diagnose, service, and repair agricultural machinery
  • Carry out mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and diagnostic fault finding
  • Work on modern equipment including tractors, combines, GPS, and telematics systems
  • Complete planned maintenance and breakdown repairs
  • Liaise with customers and provide technical support
  • Maintain accurate service records and job reports
  • Work independently and as part of a team when required
  • Follow all health and safety procedures

Skills & Experience Required

  • Experience as an agricultural, plant, or heavy machinery engineer
  • Strong diagnostic and fault‑finding skills
  • Experience with modern agricultural systems preferred
  • Ability to work independently and manage workload
  • Strong customer‑facing communication skills
  • Good mechanical and electrical knowledge
  • Full UK driving licence required

What’s on Offer

  • Company van and fuel card
  • Competitive salary depending on experience
  • Overtime available
  • Mix of field and workshop‑based work
  • Training and development opportunities
  • Established and supportive team environment

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Posted: June 4th, 2026