Agricultural Engineer


Company 

Westaby's Ltd

Location 

Sheriff Hutton

Employment Hours 

Full Time

Employment Type 

Permanent

Salary 

£17 Per Hour

Job Requirements/Description
Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Agricultural Engineer to join our close knit team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems. With practical experience in fault finding and repairs of agricultural equipment, and mobile machinery with hydraulic systems, and used to working with a variety of machinery.

Responsibilities

Occasional fabrication, welding, and assembly of mechanical components using hand tools, power tools, and specialised equipment.
Read and interpret schematics, technical drawings, and electrical diagrams to facilitate repairs and modifications.
Perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of machinery such as tractors, excavators, forklifts, and other heavy equipment.
Repair of some electrical systems and components
Bespoke hydraulic system design and installation
Conduct inspections to identify potential issues
Liaising with customers advising on repairs of their equipment
Operate heavy machinery including forklifts and telehandlers safely within designated work areas.
Maintain detailed records of repairs and maintenance activities

Experience

Proven experience in mechanical engineering within an agricultural or industrial setting.
Familiarity with schematics, technical drawings, and electrical diagrams.
Hands-on experience with equipment repair including heavy machinery such as tractors, and telehandlers.
Knowledge of hydraulic systems, mechanical components, and general maintenance procedures.
Customer service experience is advantageous for providing technical support to clients or team members.

For the successful candidate, a vehicle is provided. Overtime available paid at 1.5x hourly rate.

Pay: From £17.00 per hour

Benefits:
Company pension
Employee discount
Free parking
On-site parking
Store discount

Ability to commute/relocate:
York YO60 6RT: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Experience:
agricultural engineering: 5 years (required)

Language:
English (required)

Work authorisation:
United Kingdom (required)

Location:
York YO60 6RT (preferred)

Work Location: In person
Company 

Westaby's Ltd

Location 

Sheriff Hutton

Employment Hours 

Full Time

Employment Type 

Permanent

Salary 

£17 Per Hour

An unhandled error has occurred. Reload 🗙