Company description
KWS UK Ltd. is seeking a Lead Agricultural Engineer to join our onsite team in Thriplow, United Kingdom. This is a hands-on role where you will take ownership of all site needs, ensuring the reliability, performance, and continuous improvement of machinery and equipment supporting plant breeding activities.
You will lead the workshop facilities, provide a mobile repair service for in-field machinery, supervise staff, and collaborate closely with internal teams and external partners to maintain efficient operations. The role is on a full-time basis, 35 hours per week. During peak seasons, flexibility is essential, and working longer hours, 6 days per week, may be required to support business-critical activities.
Job description
Lead the service and maintenance of all machinery and equipment on site
Respond quickly to breakdowns and implement effective solutions to maintain operations
Manage and organise the KWS UK workshop in a safe and efficient manner
Supervise and support workshop staff, providing clear guidance and leadership
Coordinate maintenance activities across local and external sites
Design and fabricate bespoke machinery and equipment solutions when needed
Maintain stock levels of parts and consumables
Ensure a clean, safe, and well-organised workshop environment
Collaborate with internal teams and external contractors on projects
Contribute to capital investment planning and decision-making
Monitor costs, budgets, and operational efficiency
Implement and uphold health and safety systems and procedures
Required profile
Qualification and experience in Agricultural Engineering, 10 years experience
Strong design and fabrication skills
Knowledge of electronics (highly advantageous)
Experience or understanding of groundworks, building, or construction (beneficial)
Fluency in English
Good IT and digital skills
A self-motivated, hands-on approach with the ability to work independently
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to act quickly and effectively
Confident communicator able to work with stakeholders at all levels
Flexibility to adapt working hours during busy periods
What we offer
35-hour working week
30 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Highly competitive pension scheme (up to 16% employer contribution)
Life assurance (3x annual salary)
Income protection plan (up to 75% salary)
Private healthcare plan
Profit-related bonus scheme (target up to 10%)
Access to a lifestyle discount scheme
Reduced diesel prices via company fuel pump
A fun working environment where we take care of each other. We also organize social events such as a Summer Staff BBQ, a Christmas party and charity fundraising events
Apply now
If you are ready to take on a varied and impactful engineering role within an innovative agricultural business, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV to apply and join KWS in shaping the future of agriculture.
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