Our farm in Kent comprises approximately 20 hectares of glass and 31 hectares of outdoor polytunnel with associated living accommodation for our guest workers. Working within our team means you are an integral part of the company’s operations; you play a vital role in executing our vision for the future and setting the tone for other colleagues.
If you are a team player who can fulfill your responsibilities with strong communication skills and attention to detail, we have a fantastic opportunity for you to work and grow in a dynamic environment.
MECHANIC
We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed individual to oversee the day-to-day maintenance and repair of the vehicles at our site in Faversham, Kent.
This is a hands-on role, where you will perform repairs and routine maintenance to Tractors (Case and New Holland), Telehandlers, trailers, and other farm vehicles (Caddys and pickup trucks). A strong, demonstrable mechanical knowledge is needed, ideally with experience in the agricultural industry; however, this is not essential as training will be provided.
This position will involve physical work, including lifting, carrying, and moving heavy items.
Candidate requirements:
Essential:
1. Previous mechanical experience
2. Great team player
3. Attention to detail
4. Great problem-solving skills
5. Self-motivated
6. Good understanding of general mechanical tasks and timescales required
Desirable:
1. Experience within the agricultural industry
2. Relevant qualifications
The role is offered on a permanent, full-time hourly contract, based on a 48-hour working week. Due to the nature of the role, weekend and unsociable hours may be required.
A full Job Description is available upon request.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £34,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Additional leave
* Company events
* Company pension
* Health & wellbeing programme
* Life insurance
* On-site parking
* Sick pay
* Store discount
Schedule:
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday
* Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Faversham, ME13 9EJ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Language:
* English (preferred)
Work Location: In person
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