At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain and repair mechanical equipment, ensuring efficient feed production.
- Company: Join Mole Valley Farmers, a leader in supporting British agriculture.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, generous leave, and a contributory pension scheme.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with excellent training and career progression opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a vital industry while advancing your engineering career.
- Qualifications: Experience in heavy manufacturing and strong problem-solving skills required.
The predicted salary is between 35100 - 42900 £ per year.
We’re looking for a skilled and proactive Industrial Mechanical Engineer to join our team at Mole Valley Farmers. If you have experience in mechanical engineering within a manufacturing environment and want to take the next step in your career, this role offers the chance to make a real impact. You’ll help keep our feed mill running safely and efficiently, supporting British agriculture while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and reliability.
About The Role
- Contract: Permanent
- Hours: Full time
- Hours of Work: 45 hours per week, working a shift pattern
As an Industrial Mechanical Engineer, you’ll take ownership of mechanical maintenance and engineering across our plant and equipment. You’ll diagnose and repair faults, deliver planned maintenance, and support projects that improve efficiency and safety. Working in a heavy manufacturing environment that can be dusty and noisy, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring uninterrupted feed production for our farming customers.
Key responsibilities include:
- Maintaining and repairing plant and mechanical equipment safely and efficiently
- Diagnosing faults and carrying out repairs and routine servicing
- Supporting planned maintenance and continuous improvement initiatives
- Reading and interpreting site drawings and project information
- Collaborating with colleagues to solve problems and share knowledge
- Promoting a strong safety culture and compliance with regulations
About You
- Previous experience in heavy manufacturing or similar environments (e.g., quarry works)
- Familiarity with conveying systems (screw conveyors, chain & flight conveyors, belt bucket elevators) and pneumatic systems
- Strong understanding of Health & Safety
- Good IT and problem-solving skills
- Proactive, reliable, and team-oriented
- Able to carry out tasks in a dusty, noisy, and physically demanding environment (reasonable adjustments available)
What We Offer
- Scottish Widows contributory pension – company will match up to 5%
- Up to 25% colleague discount in store
- Free parking on site
- 33 days of annual leave, including bank holidays (pro-rated for part-time colleagues)
- Excellent training and development opportunities
- Plenty of career progression opportunities
- Life Assurance
- Employee Assistance Programme with Retail Trust
- Comprehensive colleague benefits
- Enhanced Family Leave Policies
Industrial Mechanical Engineer employer: Mole Valley Farmers Limited
Mole Valley Farmers is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where Industrial Mechanical Engineers can thrive. With a strong commitment to employee development, competitive benefits including a contributory pension and generous annual leave, and a culture that prioritises safety and collaboration, you will find ample opportunities for career progression while making a meaningful impact on British agriculture at our Huntworth Mill location.
Contact Details:
Mole Valley Farmers Limited Recruitment Team
