The Opportunity:  Are you ready to harvest and cultivate a fulfilling career in the machinery sector for a busy farming enterprise where each day brings unique challenges? We are searching for a proven skilled machinery expert, who can confidently manage and work within a team to repair and maintain a wide spectrum of machinery and vehicles within the business. A hands-on role, the Workshop Manager will operate from our client’s site in Herefordshire bringing with them the skills and motivation to manage a busy daily schedule, collaborating seamlessly across the whole farming operation, embracing the given opportunities and responsibilities with enthusiasm.

The Company: A well established, family owned multi enterprise farming operation. A highly professional, integrated and thriving agribusiness, fully committed to farming in a sustainable and responsible manner.

Role Responsibilities:

• To schedule and conduct routine service and maintenance requirements for farm machinery, equipment and vehicles
• To diagnose and rectify machinery breakdowns and repairs to minimise downtime
• To maintain accurate record keeping; routine service, repairs and maintenance
• To adhere to safety regulations and procedures when performing repairs and maintenance
• To ensure compliance with industry standards and requirements
• To maintain an inventory of spare parts and equipment, procuring when necessary
• To collaborate with various departments of the business to understand their equipment needs and usage

Skills you will need:
Essential:

• Previous experience of undertaking routine machinery repairs and maintenance work
• Good technical knowledge of agricultural machinery
• Proficient in diagnosing and repairing machinery and hydraulic faults
• Excellent communication skills, liaising confidently and effectively with internal and external customers
• Organised with the ability to manage and prioritise workloads to meet deadlines
• A problem solver with a keen eye for detail
• A team player with the ability to work collaboratively and autonomously
• Driven and diligent, with a flexible approach to the needs of a busy agricultural enterprise
• Full driving licence