Job Introduction
We are currently looking for a Service Engineer to join our Agricultural division. Based at our Reading, Berkshire branch you would be joining a very knowledgeable, experienced, friendly team and whilst the work is technically challenging, we look to provide a well-structured training program that works in conjunction with Kubota UK.
Much of the repair and service work is carried out on-site so a fully expensed vehicle will be provided. This mainly mobile role means that every day is different, but you still retain the support of the base in Ashford. The majority of our work tends to be with contractors, councils, schools, golf courses and private estates within Kent and the surrounding area.
The hours for this role are Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm. Overtime will be available and some on-call work will be required.
The Ideal Candidate
Previous experience in the agriculture industry would be ideal but product training is provided. You will already have a solid foundation, ideally possessing a good knowledge of diesel engines, transmissions, electrics and hydraulics - many of these skills will be interchangeable from related industries.
Essential skills and experience:

• Full UK Driving licence.
• Knowledge of diesel engines, transmissions, electrics and hydraulics
• Customer Focused
• Maths and English to GCSE level.

Package Description
You will be part of our welcoming and supportive team and will become a valued member of the Lister Wilder family, receiving access to exclusive rewards and benefits including:

• A salary package from £34,000 per annum
• Paid overtime
• Company bonus scheme where we aim to provide bonus payments throughout the year reflective of how the business is performing and the wider economic situation.
• Company pension scheme
• Life Assurance of £25,000
• 23 days Annual Leave plus all Bank Holidays, which increases with service plus a day off on your birthday after qualifying period.
• Free on site-parking
• Membership of Network Benefits, giving you access to discounts on everyday purchases like grocery shopping and clothing retailers as well as holidays and days out.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme offering help with your mental and physical wellbeing when you need it along with a host of other support, including financial and legal advice services and counselling.
• Enhanced Sickness pay based on length of service.
• Social events with your team and the whole Lister Wilder family.
• Extensive company training.

About The Company
Established in 1947, Lister Wilder is proud to remain a wholly owned family business committed to providing an unparalleled end-to-end service for all machinery and equipment needs in Agriculture, Groundcare, Construction and Arboriculture.
A friendly, family business that’s home to some of the UK’s finest machinery franchises (we are the UK’s largest Kubota Dealership) and all supported by the most knowledgeable Sales, Parts and Service teams in the country.
We like to think we live up to our reputation as an award-winning, professional machinery and service provider. We believe this boils down to our dedicated team of almost 200 people who always go the extra mile to deliver, our experience that stretches over 70 years and our extensive product portfolio.
As members of the Armed Forces Covenant, we are proud to support and welcome applications from service leavers, ex-military personnel and forces family members.
We are also accredited members of the Living Wage foundation – a movement of businesses, organisations and people ensuring that everyone can earn a wage that meets their everyday needs.
About Your Application
Sometimes our roles can be very popular, and therefore we reserve the right to close applications earlier than the date shown. If you’re keen to join our team, we’d love to hear from you as soon as possible.
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Note for Recruitment Agencies
Thank you for your interest in working with us however, for most of our vacancies we are able to cover our recruitment needs in-house. If you would like to submit your information, please email careers@listerwilder.co.uk and we will be in touch if assistance is required.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £34,000.00 per year
Additional pay:

• Bonus scheme

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Company car
• Company events
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Referral programme

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Holidays
• No weekends
• Overtime

Licence/Certification:

• Uk driving licence (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: On the road
Reference ID: RDG-AGENG1024