Dairy Equipment Technician

Overview

Are you passionate about agriculture, engineering, and cutting-edge farm technology? Join a forward-thinking team at the heart of modern dairy farming and play a key role in supporting high-quality, sustainable milk production across the Southwest. Our Farm Technologies Division delivers innovative solutions across: milking systems (automatic & conventional), feeding systems, manure management, digital herd management, hygiene & service solutions. We support professional, resource-efficient dairy farming with integrated technologies designed to improve productivity, animal welfare, and milk quality.

Through GEA’s global dealer network, we provide a full-service offering, including industry-leading hygiene products and chemicals that promote udder health and superior milk quality.

You will be working hands-on with advanced dairy systems, supporting farmers with essential equipment that keeps their operations running smoothly. Your day will typically involve visiting farms and customer sites between 08:15 – 17:00, with time spent in the Honiton office when not on-site.

Role: Dairy Equipment Technician

• Technical Service & Maintenance:
  Carry out preventative and reactive maintenance on Automatic (AMS) and Conventional Milking Systems (CMS); perform repairs, servicing, upgrades, and installations.
• Slurry Equipment Support:
  Maintain and install slurry handling and manure management systems.
• On-Call Support:
  Take part in a rota providing out-of-hours technical support across your region.
• Documentation & Reporting:
  Complete service reports, record parts usage, and track time accurately.
• Quality, Safety & Compliance (QSHE):
  Follow and promote best practices in safety, quality, and environmental standards.
• Customer Service & Business Growth:
  Represent Venture Dairy Services professionally and build strong relationships with customers.

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English
• Comfortable using MS Office
• Experience as a Dairy Technician (desirable) or a background in electrical/mechanical engineering
• Ability to diagnose and resolve technical faults
• Full UK Category B driving licence (endorsements must be declared)
• Willingness to travel across the Southwest (and occasionally to the Channel Islands)
• Comfortable working outdoors, in all weather conditions and farm environments

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Confident communicator with a customer-focused approach
• Able to work both independently and as part of a team
• Safety-conscious with a proactive mindset
• Appreciation for animal welfare and modern farming practices