Forest and Groundcare Technician
Job in
Kirkwall, Orkney Islands, KW15, Scotland, UK
Listed on 2026-06-05
Listing for:
MacGregor Industrial Supplies Ltd
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-05
Job specializations:
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Installation Technician
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Workshop Technician
At Macgregor Industrial Supplies, we’re looking for someone practical, hands‑on and customer focused to join our team as a Workshop Technician.
We’re looking for a skilled Technician to work on a wide range of machinery including Honda ATV.
The RoleYou’ll be at the heart of the operation making sure the equipment is serviced, repaired and ready to go.
What you’ll be doing- Diagnose faults, service and repair to department and company standards.
- Identify and order, when necessary, the required materials for hire and service repairs and be able to quote customers if required.
- Keep up to date with all franchise diagnostic software where applicable.
- Ensure work is carried out in a timely manner.
- Set up and operate equipment following manufacturers’ guidelines and/or procedures.
- Maintain accurate records of works undertaken including job tickets, timesheets and service records in all formats.
- Clock on and off all jobs to keep an accurate record of work done daily.
- Where applicable, carry out pre‑delivery inspections for equipment.
- Keep the workshop tidy; the work bay must always be kept clean and tidy.
- Follow MIS health and safety regulations.
- Maintain tools, plant and equipment in a clean and workable condition.
- Ensure the general security of tools, plant and equipment and of workshop areas.
- May be required to carry out additional tasks relevant to your role.
- May be required to work at other branches when needed.
- Respond to emergency call‑outs during working hours.
- Be responsible for any assigned vehicle's maintenance checks daily, reporting defects or similar to the line manager as soon as possible.
We’re looking for someone practical, reliable and proud of the work they do.
Qualifications and experience- Vocational qualification, e.g., HND/HNC, City & Guilds and/or SVQ Level 2/3 in a relevant subject (or equivalent).
- Experience in 2‑stroke and 4‑stroke engines, lawnmowers, ground care, professional golf equipment and quad bikes, etc. (preferred).
- Good mechanical and electrical knowledge and understanding.
- Full valid driving licence.
- IT literate and have good analytical and problem‑solving skills.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to respond to new pressures, adjusting priorities as needed.
- Self‑motivated and able to work under own autonomy and as part of a team.
- Ability to respond positively to new challenges and change.
We’re a business built on strong values and practical delivery.
- Do the right thing – we act with integrity.
- Be the best – we take pride in what we do.
- Customer first – we deliver when it matters.
- Community spirit – we support each other.
- 37.5‑hour working week.
- Ongoing training and development.
- A supportive, team‑focused environment.
- The opportunity to work with a wide range of professional equipment.
- A role where your work has real impact every day.
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