Job Description

The Opportunity:

Ready to join a forward-thinking team as a hands-on Maintenance Engineer and play a crucial role in keeping operations smooth and efficient?

We are searching for a skilled and hands-on

Maintenance Engineer

to join a highly regarded plant nursery in North East England, Scottish borders. In this varied and practical role, you'll play a vital part in keeping a wide range of machinery and equipment running smoothly and efficiently, from routine servicing and fault-finding to implementing proactive maintenance strategies that minimise downtime and maximise productivity. You'll draw on your proven mechanical expertise and practical know-how to ensure operations run seamlessly day in, day out. This is a rewarding opportunity for a proactive engineer who wants to showcase their skills and grow their career in a supportive, forward-thinking environment. If required, accommodation can be provided to help you settle in and focus on making an impact from day one.

The Company:

A long established and market-leading business supplying farmers and landowners across the whole of the UK. They are a forward thinking, professional organisation that employs over 35 people across the business.

Role Responsibilities Include:

To oversee the nursery workshop and maintain all machinery, equipment and systems To undertake planned and reactive maintenance on plant and nursery infrastructure To maintain and develop irrigation, fertigation, and automation processes To ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and industry standards To support new business initiatives and drive ongoing process improvements

Skills you will need:

Essential:

Proven experience in agricultural/mechanical engineering, plant maintenance, or a similar role Strong working knowledge of hydraulics, diesel engines and electrical systems Skilled in welding and basic fabrication Excellent communication skills A team player able to work independently Strong problem solving and trouble shooting skills Adaptable and flexible and to resolve issues proactively A good understanding of healthy and safety standards and practices Self motivated with a practical, dedicated mindset Full driving licence
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 35,000.00-45,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: CR-2346