We are looking for an Engineering Operative within our harvesting operations to support the Engineering Team in delivering timely and effective technical services across all harvest operations. The Engineering Technician plays a key role in minimising downtime, maintaining equipment reliability, and ensuring production targets and Service Level Agreements (SLAs) are consistently met.
Key Responsibilities
Quality
* Carry out all work to the highest standard, following company procedures and engineering best practices.
* Maintain a strong focus on quality, safety, and compliance in all engineering tasks.
Prioritising Workload
* Liaise with the Engineering Team Leader to prioritise tasks in a way that minimises disruption to production.
* Respond swiftly to breakdowns and support production continuity.
Continuous Professional Development
* Stay up to date with new technologies, techniques, and legislation relevant to the role.
* Identify and request training opportunities to maintain and enhance technical competence.
Development of Systems
* Proactively identify opportunities to improve departmental systems, safety, efficiency, and reliability.
* Contribute ideas and practical solutions that enhance engineering and operational performance.
Projects
* Participate in ad-hoc engineering projects, including the design and fabrication of bespoke equipment or components.
* Support continuous improvement initiatives across the site.
Training & Coaching
* Share technical knowledge and experience with colleagues to develop team capability.
* Take ownership of personal development through learning from others and seeking new skills.
Purchasing & Stockholding
* Monitor and maintain stock levels of commonly used parts to ensure continuous operational readiness.
* Order, store, and manage equipment and parts responsibly, ensuring safe handling and cost‑effective usage.
General Duties
* Uphold company standards of hygiene, safety, and workplace organisation.
* Maintain all personal tools and equipment in excellent working order, reporting any repair needs promptly.
Third-Party Maintenance
* Provide technical advice and support to third‑party or off‑site packers as required.
* Attend external sites when necessary to assist with machinery breakdowns and minimise downtime.
What We’re Looking For
* Practical engineering or maintenance experience within a production or agricultural environment.
* Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to work under pressure.
* Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
* Proactive approach to learning and continuous improvement.
* Flexible, safety‑conscious, and committed to delivering high standards of workmanship.
The hours of this role are based on seasonality – height of the summer season would be approx. 60 hours per week, made up of 12‑hour shifts, Sunday to Thursday or Tuesday to Saturday, based on a 6am to 6pm start and finish time.
Winter season up to 55 hours per week.
Why join us?
* 31 Days holiday per year including bank holidays.
* Great Place to Work accredited.
* Salary sacrifice pension scheme available
* Cinema and Sky Store discounts
* Supermarket & other retailer discounts
* Health Cash Plan
* Holiday discounts
* Life assurance & income protection
* Employee referral scheme
* Employee Assistant Programme
* Cycle to Work
* Eyecare contributions
* Electric car salary sacrifice scheme.
* Learning, development, and training opportunities including mentoring.
* Regular social and charity events
* Engagement in local community & early careers events
* Onsite health checks, & annual flu jabs
* Regular wellbeing sessions
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