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Agricultural Fitter

Job Posted: 16 days ago

Salary: £ 30,000 - 40,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Shropshire

Expire in: 12 days

Job Description

About the Role

We are looking for a skilled and motivated Agricultural Fitter with strong expertise in hydraulic and

electronic systems to join a well-established agricultural dealership or contracting operation. The

successful candidate will be responsible for the maintenance, diagnostics, and repair of modern

agricultural machinery, with a particular focus on hydraulic circuits, electronic control systems,

GPS/auto-steer technology, and precision farming equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out diagnostics, servicing, and repair of hydraulic systems including pumps, rams, valves,

hoses, and hydraulic motors on a wide range of agricultural machinery

• Diagnose and repair electronic and electrical faults on tractors, combines, sprayers, drills, and

ancillary equipment using manufacturer diagnostic software

• Install, calibrate, and maintain GPS guidance systems, auto-steer, variable rate controllers, and

ISOBUS-compatible implements

• Perform routine servicing, pre-season inspections, and PDIs (pre-delivery inspections) on new

and used machinery

• Carry out both workshop-based and on-farm repairs, providing a responsive and professional

field service when required

• Read and interpret hydraulic schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical service bulletins

• Maintain accurate service records and job cards, ensuring parts are ordered efficiently

• Liaise with customers in a professional and courteous manner, providing clear communication

on repair progress and timescales

• Support the wider workshop team during peak periods such as harvest and drilling seasons

• Stay up to date with new machinery technology, attending manufacturer training courses as

required

Skills & Requirements

• Proven experience as an agricultural or plant fitter, ideally with a focus on hydraulic and

electronic systems

• City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3 in Land-Based Engineering or equivalent qualification

• Strong working knowledge of hydraulic circuits and electronic control units (ECUs)

• Experience using manufacturer diagnostic tools (e.g., John Deere Service Advisor, AGCO EDT,

CNH EST, CLAAS CDS)• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, hydraulic schematics, and wiring diagrams

• Full UK driving licence (essential)

• Excellent problem-solving skills and a methodical approach to fault-finding

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment

• Willingness to undertake on-farm callouts, including occasional weekend and evening work

during peak seasons

Desirable

• Manufacturer-specific training certifications (e.g., John Deere, Case IH, New Holland, Fendt,

CLAAS)

• Experience with precision agriculture technology and telematics systems

• Welding and fabrication skills (MIG/TIG)

• Forklift or telehandler licence

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary dependent on experience

• Company vehicle or van (for field service roles)

• Manufacturer training and ongoing professional development

• Pension scheme and holiday entitlement

• Supportive team environment with genuine career progression opportunities

How to Apply

For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact Sam at (url removed). We

truly value each and every candidate and are committed to finding the right opportunity for you

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