At a Glance
- Tasks: Service and repair agricultural machinery, ensuring top-notch support for our customers.
- Company: Join a family-run, ambitious company with over 50 years of experience in the industry.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, company vehicle, up to 33 days holiday, and career progression opportunities.
- Other info: Enjoy an autonomous work culture and scenic locations while being part of a supportive community.
- Why this job: Be part of a growing team and make a real impact in the agricultural sector.
- Qualifications: Mechanical competence, experience in repairs, and a full UK driving licence required.
The predicted salary is between 41600 - 50000 £ per year.
Salary: up to £41,600 DOE (potential earnings of up to £50,000+ to include overtime)
Location: Dorchester (Dorset)
Job type: Full time/permanent
Hours: 8am - 5pm Monday - Friday (40 hours per week) - Saturday working on a rota basis paid at overtime
Reporting to: Service Manager
About us
Hunt Forest Group is a family run, expanding and ambitious company, operating throughout the South of England making us one of the largest John Deere dealerships in the country with over 50 years of industry experience. We appreciate and value hard work and dedication from our people, who are not just employees but who each play a vital role in the overall success of our business. In return, we provide each person with great benefits and job security in a fast paced and evolving industry, supporting key areas of agriculture, commercial and professional ground care and construction. We support continuous professional development and encourage each person to grow and reach their full potential, to be the best they can be, which in turn supports the business to achieve its mission.
About you
Are you a forward thinking Service Technician who enjoys a challenge? The type of person who will roll their sleeves up and get stuck in? Someone who is passionate about delivering excellent? If so, then we have an exciting role waiting for you. Our business is experiencing an exciting period of growth. As a result, we are looking for a proactive Service Technician within our Agricultural department. You enjoy a variety of work and are confident when it comes to diagnosing and repairing many types of agricultural machinery. Working efficiently and accurately, you consistently provide the highest level of support to our customers. You thrive off a challenge and always enjoy learning new skills and furthering your knowledge. Perhaps you have experience in a relevant industry such as commercial vehicles, construction and plant machinery or the automotive industry? If so then we welcome your application as we understand you have a lot of relevant skills and experience to offer. If we have just described you, then we definitely want to hear from you. We look forward to you joining our team and ‘growing together’.
About the role:
- Service and repair agricultural/turf machinery from multiple manufacturers though mainly John Deere.
- Diagnose and provide accurate information to enable machinery repair quotes to be created.
- Complete all required paperwork for work assignments.
- Perform diagnostics and repairs in the field when required.
- Perform pre-delivery setup on new or used equipment.
- Maintain a clean work station and assist with overall workshop organisation and correct use of tools and vehicles.
- Participate in Service Training Certification programs required for the development of skills and knowledge.
- Follow all safety rules and regulations in performing work assignments.
- Perform any other tasks when required.
Relevant Skills/Experience:
Essential:- A high level of mechanical competence within an engineering field
- Proficient knowledge of mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems to enable the repair of agricultural equipment.
- Experience of maintaining and repairing equipment
- Ability to work as part of a team and independently from own initiative.
- Good timekeeping
- Communication - ability to explain mechanical problems in simple terms.
- Own tools
- Computer literate - ability to look up information and type up service work or seek manufacturer support. Training to use our systems will be provided but with an expectation that you are proficient with similar dealer or manufacturer systems.
- Familiarity with John Deere or competitive products. Alternatively experience within the commercial, automotive or construction machinery sectors.
- Full UK Driving license
- Professional qualification in Land Based Engineering
- Forklift license
Benefits:
- Very competitive salary
- Company vehicle offered with fuel card to all mobile roles
- Up to 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
- Free parking at all sites
- Laptop and mobile phone provided
- Uniform and PPE provided
- Occupational Sick Pay Scheme
- Focused career progression
- Social/team events
- A lot of overtime available
- Autonomous work culture – we encourage our staff to work from their own initiatives rather than be micromanaged
- Our sites are situated in scenic locations
- You will become part of the Hunt Forest Group community!
Agricultural Service Technician in Dorchester employer: Hunt Forest Group
Hunt Forest Group is an exceptional employer that values its employees by fostering a collaborative and supportive work culture. Located in the heart of England, we offer competitive benefits, ongoing training, and opportunities for professional growth within the agricultural machinery sector. Join us to be part of a team that prioritises customer satisfaction and innovation while building lasting relationships in the industry.
