Lead Agricultural Engineer

Lead Agricultural Engineer KWS UK Ltd. is seeking a Lead Agricultural Engineer to join our onsite team in Thriplow, United Kingdom. This is a hands-on role where you will take ownership of all site needs, ensuring the reliability, performance, and continuous improvement of machinery and equipment supporting plant breeding activities. You will lead the workshop facilities, provide a mobile repair service for in-field machinery, supervise staff, and collaborate closely with internal teams and external partners to maintain efficient operations. The role is on a full-time basis, 35 hours per week. During peak seasons, flexibility is essential, and working longer hours, 6 days per week, may be required to support business-critical activities. Key responsibilities Lead the service and maintenance of all machinery and equipment on site Respond quickly to breakdowns and implement effective solutions to maintain operations Manage and organise the KWS UK workshop in a safe and efficient manner Supervise and support workshop staff, providing clear guidance and leadership Coordinate maintenance activities across local and external sites Design and fabricate bespoke machinery and equipment solutions when needed Maintain stock levels of parts and consumables Ensure a clean, safe, and well-organised workshop environment Collaborate with internal teams and external contractors on projects Contribute to capital investment planning and decision-making Monitor costs, budgets, and operational ..... full job details .....