Multi Skilled Engineer - Farm

  • MorePeople
  • Kesgrave, Suffolk
  • Apr 01, 2026
Full time Industrial

Job Description

Multi-Skilled Engineer - Farming
Suffolk - Ipswich

We're recruiting on behalf of a leading local vegetable farm for a hands-on, versatile engineer.

This role is machinery-focused, working on production lines, baggers, wash stations, sorters, conveyors, coldstores, and general plant equipment not tractors or field ploughing.

You'll be expected to maintain, repair, and troubleshoot both mechanical and electrical systems to keep the operation running smoothly year-round.

What They Offer:

Monday-Friday focus (max 6 days/week)Average 60 hours/week + around 800 hours overtime per year£17/hour flat rateVan and basic tools provided

The Ideal Candidate:

Experienced with industrial/agricultural processing machineryComfortable working across workshops, production areas, and coldstoresHands-on problem solver who thrives on variety and keeping equipment running

This is a practical, high-responsibility role for someone who likes variety, tackling technical challenges, and seeing the impact of their work on a year-round operation.