Dairy Equipment Technician

GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft -
Honiton

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time

Benefits

Paid volunteer time

Qualifications

Mechanical engineering
Driving Licence
Microsoft Office
Maths

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United Kingdom, Honiton

March 26 2026

Full time

Permanent

Job benefits

Competitive salary and bonus scheme

Continuous personnel development (e-learnings & projects)

Free day to volunteer

About the position

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 optimal udder health and superior milk quality.

Your responsibilities and tasks

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.

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

Deliver excellent customer service
Represent Venture Dairy Services professionally
Build strong relationships with customers

Your profile and qualifications

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

Key Skills & Attributes

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

About GEA

GEA is one of the largest suppliers for the food and beverage processing industry and a wide range of other process industries. Approximately 18,000 employees in more than 60 countries contribute significantly to GEA’s success – come and join them! We offer interesting and challenging tasks, a positive working environment in international teams and opportunities for personal development and growth in a global company.

Why join GEA

GEA is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will therefore receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, world view, national origin, genetics, disability, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other protected characteristic required by applicable law. Applicants with disabilities are welcome and will be given special consideration if they are equally qualified.

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