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Dairy Technical Manager - Automated Milking Systems & Technical Support This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant must have existing Right to Work in the UK. Are you an experienced agricultural engineer or dairy equipment specialist looking to work with industry-leading robotic milking technology? Do you enjoy diagnosing and resolving complex electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and software issues in the field? Would you like a highly autonomous technical role where you can support cutting-edge dairy automation systems while helping farmers maximise performance and reliability? Location of the Job: United Kingdom & Ireland (Home-Based with Extensive Travel) Salary & Benefits Package: Competitive Salary (depending on experience) Company vehicle Laptop and mobile phone Comprehensive training programme Long-term career development opportunities High degree of autonomy and responsibility Opportunity to work with market-leading automated milking technology On-call allowance and support package About the Company: Our client is a globally recognised manufacturer of advanced dairy equipment and automated milking systems, with more than 85 years of experience supporting dairy farmers worldwide. The business is committed to delivering innovative solutions that balance technology, animal welfare, and farm profitability. Due to continued growth within the automated milking sector, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a Dairy Technical Manager to support dealers and dairy farmers across the United Kingdom and Ireland. Dairy Technical Manager - The Job Role Details: An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Dairy Technical Manager to provide technical support, training, commissioning, and troubleshooting for advanced automated milking systems and associated technologies. Working closely with dealers, dairy farmers, and internal technical teams, you will play a key role in ensuring successful installations, optimising system performance, and supporting the ongoing development of automated milking technologies. This is a highly technical and customer-facing role requiring strong knowledge of dairy farming operations alongside expertise in electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electronic, and software-based systems. The successful candidate will support new installations, provide technical training, and help deliver industry-leading service standards across the region. Key Responsibilities: Provide technical support to dealers, customers, and dairy farmers on automated and conventional milking systems Assist with installation, commissioning, and optimisation of robotic milking systems Deliver technical training to dealer technicians and end users Troubleshoot complex electrical, mechanical, software, networking, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues Support ongoing system performance monitoring and operational improvements Work closely with dealers to ensure effective maintenance and servicing of installations Participate in product development feedback and continuous improvement initiatives Accurately document technical support activities and commissioning work completed Support customers during critical operational periods and participate in an on-call rota when required Build strong relationships with dealers and customers, ensuring excellent levels of technical service and customer satisfaction Travel extensively throughout the UK and Ireland, with occasional international travel as required Essential Candidate Skills & Experience: Experience within dairy farming, dairy equipment, agricultural engineering, robotics, automation, or technical field service support Strong understanding of dairy farm operations and herd management systems Technical knowledge of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and automation systems Experience diagnosing and resolving complex technical issues in the field Strong communication and training skills with the ability to support a range of stakeholders Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities Computer literacy and confidence using software, networking, and digital technologies Ability to work independently and manage a varied workload across multiple sites Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel extensively Fluent English language skills Desirable: Previous experience supporting automated milking systems or robotic technologies Knowledge of dairy herd management software platforms Additional language skills, particularly French or German Experience delivering technical training programmes Previous dealer support or agricultural machinery technical support experience Working Hours: Full-time position with flexibility required to support customer operations. Regular travel throughout the UK and Ireland is expected, with participation in an on-call support rota. How to Apply: Please click on the "apply now" button. As we are a specialist recruitment business within the Agricultural and Farming industry, all applicants must hold an NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2, or an equivalent qualification relevant to the role. Key Words: Dairy Technical Manager, Agricultural Engineer, Dairy Engineer, Service Engineer, Robotic Milking Systems, Automated Milking Systems, Dairy Technology, Agricultural Machinery, Field Service Engineer, Technical Support Engineer, Dairy Equipment, Milking Equipment, Agricultural Automation, Livestock Technology, Dairy Farming Jobs, Engineering Jobs UK We thank all applicants who apply for this role; however, only those shortlisted for interview will be contacted. All applications will be handled in strict confidence and personal details will not be shared without prior consent. About Us Established in 2013, Agricultural and Farming Jobs provide expert recruitment, headhunting, and job advertising services across agriculture, horticulture, food and fresh produce, veterinary, animal health, agrochemicals, machinery, technical and engineering, and specialist education sectors across the UK and internationally.

Job Title: Welder Location: Staplehurst, Kent Salary: £35,000 - £38,000 p.a. (dependent on experience) + discretionary monthly bonus Job Type: Full time, Permanent Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week, 7.30am to 4.00pm. About Us: Burtons Manufacturing Co. Ltd. (part of the Burtons Group of Companies) has a vacancy for a Welder to assist in the busy manufacturing and fabrication workshop reporting direct to the Engineering Supervisor. Burtons is a family run group of companies covering manufacturing, sales and aftercare servicing in the veterinary sector. Starting from 1981 Burtons have quickly grown to be one of the leading veterinary equipment suppliers in the UK. Over the years Burtons have acquired a variety of companies to increase the equipment offering and skill sets. Approximately 50% of the products are still manufactured at Burtons HQ in Staplehurst which boasts an extensive range of capabilities including; CAD, CNC machining, laser cutting, metal fabrication, plastic fabrication, wood shop, paint shop, full assembly & testing. Although still focused on the veterinary sector, Burtons have diversified into allied areas such as vehicle conversions for canine transportation and animal ambulances to grooming equipment and aquatic systems. About the Role: Work from drawings Observe and follow company safety rules and regulations Produce steel products, constructed from box section and sheets of varying thickness from 1mm to 5mm and cleaned to a high standard From time to time you may be required to use the following machinery: Guillotine Pillar Drills Band saw Press brake Training will be provided where necessary. About you: Must have experience in MIG and TIG Welding Good attention to detail Self-motivation Good communication Good timekeeping Benefits: Full-time permanent contract, 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday Discretionary monthly bonus scheme Idyllic countryside setting Excellent opportunities to train and progress 33 holiday days per year (inc. Bank Holidays) Contributory pension scheme On-site car parking Staff events, such as the Big Summer Party and Awards Scheme Next Steps: To apply for this vacancy, please click on Apply and upload a copy of your CV. We look forward to hearing from you. Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role. Candidates with experience of: Welder Fabricator, Metalworker, Sheet Metal Worker, Metal Worker, Metal Fabricator, Skilled Welder, Skilled Fabricator, Welding Technician, Welding Engineer, Finishing Welder, Fabrication, MIG Welder, TIG Welder, Manufacturing Welder, Manufacturing Fabricator may also be considered for this role.

Animal Postmortem Technician LiverpoolFull time hours, temporary contract Are you passionate about animal health and science? Do you have a strong stomach, a keen eye for detail, and a desire to contribute to veterinary diagnostics and research? We're looking for a dedicated Animal Postmortem Technician to join our pathology team and support vital work in animal disease surveillance and investigation About the Role: As an Animal Postmortem Technician, you will play a key role in assisting veterinary pathologists with postmortem examinations of a wide range of animal species. Your work will help identify causes of illness and death, contributing to public health, animal welfare, and disease control. Key Responsibilities: Assist with the preparation and conduct of postmortem examinations. Handle and dissect animal specimens in accordance with health and safety protocols. Record and label samples for further laboratory testing. Maintain cleanliness and biosecurity in the postmortem suite. Dispose of biological waste safely and responsibly. Support data entry and documentation of findings. Liaise with veterinary professionals and laboratory staff. What We're Looking For: Experience in animal handling, anatomy, or laboratory work (training will be provided). Strong attention to detail and ability to follow protocols. Comfortable working in a post mortem environment. Good communication and teamwork skills. Physically fit and able to lift and move animal specimens. Commitment to health and safety and biosecurity standards. Desirable Qualifications: Degree or diploma in animal science, veterinary nursing, biology, or related field. Previous experience in a pathology or laboratory setting. If you meet the criteria above and are interested in the role then please follow the link to apply.