We are seeking a motivated and reliable Garden Machinery Technician to join our team, supporting the maintenance, servicing, and repair of commercial grounds maintenance equipment. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a passion for machinery who is looking to develop their technical skills within a supportive and professional environment.
The Role
You will be responsible for ensuring a wide range of grounds maintenance equipment, vehicles, and associated machinery are maintained to a high standard, safe to operate, and available for operational use.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out seasonal servicing, preventative maintenance, and repairs on petrol and battery-powered grounds maintenance machinery.
- Service, maintain, and repair gritting hoppers and associated winter maintenance equipment.
- Install gritting wiring harnesses and ancillary equipment to vehicles as required.
- Identify and report parts, consumables, and equipment requirements to the relevant supervisor.
- Accurately complete timesheets, maintenance records, and associated documentation.
- Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment.
- Take ownership of your workstation and manage workloads effectively to meet operational requirements.
- Support the wider team with workshop and fleet-related activities when required.
Requirements
Essential
- Full UK driving licence.
- Good organisational skills and the ability to manage time effectively.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Basic IT skills and experience using digital systems.
- A flexible and proactive approach to work.
Desirable
- Experience servicing or repairing grounds maintenance, agricultural, horticultural, or small plant equipment.
- Industry-related qualifications in mechanical engineering, land-based engineering, horticultural machinery, or a similar discipline.
- Understanding of electrical and electronic systems.
- Knowledge of petrol and battery-powered machinery.
What We're Looking For
- A genuine interest in machinery and mechanical engineering.
- A willingness to learn, develop new skills, and undertake further training.
- A positive attitude and strong work ethic.
- The ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Commercial awareness and a commitment to delivering high-quality workmanship.
What We Offer
- Ongoing training and development opportunities.
- Exposure to a wide variety of machinery, equipment, and technical projects.
- A supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Opportunities for career progression and skills development.
- The chance to play a key role in maintaining essential operational equipment.