MENU HOMENEWS News | Careers Archive Careers 19th Mar 2021 in Careers At Ripon Farm Services, we are always looking to recruit new team members for a variety of potential opportunities within the company. This might include qualified service technicians, parts advisers, sales executives, administration staff, apprentices and more. Driver Stockton and Keighley Ripon Farm Services is a family owned multibranch agricultural dealer covering 12 sites within Yorkshire, Teesside, Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire. We are responsible for the sale and aftersales support of a wide range of agricultural machinery and products, predominantly the exciting John Deere range of products. Duties Support with the collection or delivery of wholegoods when required; Receive in goods and proactively storing items into their correct locations; Ensuring all administration duties are completed; Assist with general housekeeping activities and tasks. You will be expected to maintain the company delivery vehicles in a clean state and carry’s out weekly safety checks and inform our Manager of any faults relating to the vehicle. Trailer license required. The role requires you to act in a professional manner and actively promote Ripon Farm Services and John Deere with positivity and integrity. Knowledge of agricultural equipment would be preferred but full training on products and systems and will be provided. Hours of work Monday to Friday with weekend work required as part of a rota. Must be flexible to support the business needs with seasonal demands. Benefits Enhanced holiday scheme; Entry into the company pension scheme; Company uniform provision including work boots and clothing provided by the company; A company staff account offering staff discount on clothing, tools and all our showroom items; Full product and personal development training is offered and comprehensive training paths, tailored to you, are provided. This is a temporary position which may become permanent for the right candidate. Panel Technician Bodyshop Ripon Paint and Body is an accident and repair centre part of the Ripon Farm Services Group. It is a family owned multibranch agricultural dealer covering 12 sites within Yorkshire, Teesside, Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire. Operating from new purpose built premises, Ripon Paint and Body holds a number of insurance and manufacture approvals including Volvo, Jaguar, Land Rover and the VW Group to name but a few. General duties: Auto body panel technicians must communicate with customers and employees to plan and execute repairs to structural assemblies or panel replacement jobs on a variety of vehicles, including cars, trucks and agricultural equipment. They will be required to have knowledge of specialty techniques, including the use of multi materials, welding of different types of metals and alloys and repair and fill to exacting standards. Completes tasks using manufacturers specified repair methods with accuracy and minimal waste. Completes all work, reports and administration required for work assignments are recorded and provided in a timely manner. Complies with all Health and Safety legislation and Company Policies and Procedures, to ensure safety of all staff, customers, and visitors. Participates in any mandatory training Certification programs required for the development of the business and their skills and knowledge. Maintains equipment to exacting standards. Ensures own and company tools are stored neatly and in their correct locations. The role requires you to act in a professional manner and actively promote Ripon Paint and Body with positivity and integrity. Knowledge of working in a Bodyshop environment is essential. A driving licence will be required as there will be a need to drive company vehicles. Hours of work Monday to Friday (8am till 5pm). Must be flexible to support with overtime to suit the business demands, seasonal at evenings and weekends. Benefits Enhanced holiday scheme Entry into the company pension scheme. Company uniform provision including work boots and clothing provided by the company. A company staff account offering staff discount on clothing, tools and all our showroom items. Full product and personal development training is offered and comprehensive training paths, tailored to you, are provided. A chance to work with industry leading John Deere machinery and technology. Applications To get started with this exciting career, please send an up to date CV to – recruitment@riponfarmservices.com. Paint Technician – Bodyshop Ripon Paint and Body is an accident and repair centre part of the Ripon Farm Services Group. It is a family owned multibranch agricultural dealer covering 12 sites within Yorkshire, Teesside, Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire. Operating from new purpose built premises, Ripon Paint and Body holds a number of insurance and manufacture approvals, including Volvo, Jaguar, Land Rover and the VW Group to name but a few. As a Paint Technician, you will be required to: Performs paint refinishing on all aspects of vehicles; Participates in any required training; Able to mix paint colours with accuracy and minimal waste; Has the ability to colour match accurately and utilise spray out cards to prevent over blending; Completes tasks using manufacturers specified repair methods. The role requires you to act in a professional manner and actively promote Ripon Paint and Body with positivity and integrity. Knowledge of working in a Bodyshop environment is essential. A driving licence will be required as there will be a need to drive company vehicles. Benefits: Family-oriented business with a supportive working environment Working with premium brands Pension Enhanced Holiday Scheme Staff uniform provided Technicians’ tools at cost Free parking Staff discount Applications To get started with this exciting career, please send an up to date CV to – recruitment@riponfarmservices.com. Group Marketing Manager The position of Group Marketing Manager reports into the Commercial Director and will be based in Ripon. You will be responsible for developing and delivering the go-to-market strategy for the Company working in conjunction with the Sales and Aftermarket Management teams. In addition, the Group Marketing Manager will assist with the communication and mainstreaming of John Deere Precision Ag strategy across the AOR along with promotion of the Ripon Farm Services Brand. Objectives Improve lead generation and drive sales participation of key products and brands such as tractors, combines, forage harvesters, sprayers, grassland products, John Deere, Kuhn and Kramer; Promote the RFS Brand as Ag Machinery supplier of choice in harvest and foraging across all media platforms; Develop a market leading website with a focus on lead generation; Marketing of used equipment; Develop the use of CRM for tactical marketing initiatives; Development and implementation of Account Based Marketing strategy and tactics; Manage Marketing budget for continuous improvement in cost per opportunity. Marketing Manager Requirements: Ability to help define and implement the strategic Marketing Strategy; Key account management with both manufacturers and key customers; Support and drive internal co-operation; Develop the Company’s CRM strategy; Demonstrate strong Brand Marketing experience; Ability to monitor the effectiveness of marketing plans/campaigns and respond accordingly; Commercially minded with the ability to support the Company’s budgets for revenue and gross profit; Creative thinker; Writing, editing and overseeing copywriting; Strong multichannel marketing skills; Highly organised with project management skills and an ability to manage and work with a team; Higher education/degree or Marketing qualifications or a minimum of 5 years marketing experience. To get started with this exciting career in a rapidly growing market leading company, please send an up to date CV to recruitment@riponfarmservices.com Agricultural Service Mechanic Positions available at Ripon, Retford, Keighley, Louth, Malton, Tadcaster, Darrington, Market Weighton, Ottringham, Stockton & Brigg (12 branch John Deere dealership covering Yorkshire, Teesside, Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire) Duties To work in a busy Agricultural Service Department performing maintenance and repairs on agricultural machinery. This work will often be done at customer’s farms ensuring plenty of local travel around the area. Qualities Proficient knowledge of mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems is required to enable the repair of agricultural equipment. A base understanding of agriculture and machinery would be essential. A driving licence would be required as there will be a need to drive company vehicles. Hours of work Monday to Friday (8am till 5pm) with flexible overtime to suit the business demands at evenings and weekends. Benefits Attractive salary package, further negotiable depending on experience, with overtime. Entry into the company pension scheme. Full company uniform provision including work boots, clothing and overalls provided by the company. Diagnostic laptop & phone pre-installed with all the latest industry leading diagnostic programs and machinery support, plus training available on how to get the most from it. Plus a company account offering staff discount on clothing, tools and all our showroom items. Full product and personal development training is offered and comprehensive training paths, tailored to you, are provided. A chance to work with industry leading John Deere machinery and technology. Applications: To get started with this exciting career, please send an up to date CV to: recruitment@riponfarmservices.com and if you have any questions please email us and we’ll be happy to put you in touch with the service manager at the branch. Agricultural Dealership Parts Adviser Keighley, Ripon, Ottringham and Louth General duties: We’re looking for an enthusiastic person to join our aftersales team in our Parts department. The parts adviser role is varied as you’ll be key to helping customers, our service department and sales department with the parts they require while keeping on top of stocking, ordering and promotional displays. A key member of a small parts team, you’ll be instrumental to the branch and our customers. Qualities Knowledge of agricultural equipment would be preferred but full training on systems and product will be provided. Basic mechanical knowledge, whether from work or a hobby, would be essential. A driving licence would be required as there will be a need to drive company vehicles. Hours of work Monday to Friday with occasional overtime to suit the business demands at evenings and weekends. Benefits Attractive salary package, further negotiable depending on experience, with overtime. Entry into the company pension scheme. Company uniform provision including work boots and clothing provided by the company. Plus a company account offering staff discount on clothing, tools and all our showroom items. Full product and personal development training is offered and comprehensive training paths, tailored to you, are provided. A chance to work with industry leading John Deere machinery and technology. Applications To get started with this exciting career, please send an up to date CV to – recruitment@riponfarmservices.com . Agricultural Dealership Parts Apprentice Positions available at Louth, Keighley, Tadcaster and Ottringham. (12 branch John Deere dealership covering Yorkshire, Teesside, Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire) General duties: We’re looking for an enthusiastic person to join our aftersales team in our Parts department as our parts apprentice. The parts adviser role is varied as you’ll be key to helping customers, our service department and sales department with the parts they require while keeping on top of stocking, ordering and promotional displays. A key member of a small parts team, you’ll be instrumental to the branch and our customers. Qualities Knowledge of agricultural equipment would be preferred but full training on systems and product will be provided. As our apprentice you will need an appetite for learning and an enthusiasm for the industry. Full apprenticeship training is provided by our apprenticeship provider giving an industry recognised qualification upon competition. The apprenticeships are provided through John Deere and ProVQ and full details of these can be found on our website or the websites of John Deere or ProVQ. Hours of work Monday to Friday with occasional overtime to suit the business demands at evenings and weekends. Applications To get started with this exciting career, please send an up to date CV to – recruitment@riponfarmservices.com . Now recruiting Service Apprenticeships Positions available at Retford, Market Weighton and Brigg. Ripon Farm Services is a family owned multibranch agricultural dealer covering 12 sites within Yorkshire, Teesside, Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire. We are responsible for the sale and aftersales support of a wide range of agricultural machinery and products, predominantly the exciting John Deere range of products. Our business culture reflects both tradition and progress, and we strive to help our customers to be more efficient and more productive in the modern farming industry. We are looking for an enthusiastic person to join our aftersales team in our Service department as a Service Apprentice. The apprenticeships are provided through John Deere and ProVQ with the emphasis firmly on farm machinery. As an apprentice you will develop skills and proficiency in a wide range of technical areas, from routine maintenance and servicing through to complex component overhauls utilising the very latest John Deere diagnostic equipment. At the end of the apprenticeship, you will receive an industry recognised qualification upon competition. Our Land-Based Service Engineering Technician apprenticeship follows the level 3 Apprenticeship Standard; Land-Based Service Engineering Technician (ST0243). The program duration is approximately 36 to 48 months and includes 24 weeks of block release training spread over 3 years conducted at purpose-built training facility in Radcliffe on Trent, Nottinghamshire. At the end of the training period you will need to complete and EPA. This will consist of online tests, practical observations, and professional discussions using the evidence collected throughout your apprenticeship. Qualities As our apprentice you will need an appetite for learning and an enthusiasm for the industry. Knowledge of agricultural equipment would be preferred but full training on systems and product will be provided. Apprentices are required to have achieved English & Maths at GCSE A-C or 4 & above, or Functional Skills Level 2 prior to being put forward for EPA. Hours of work Monday to Friday with occasional overtime to suit the business demands at evenings and weekends. Applications: To get started with this exciting career in a rapidly growing market leading company, please send an up to date CV to: recruitment@riponfarmservices.com . ProVQ To register with ProVQ, please use the following link: ProVQ Screening System Groundcare Technician – Ripon and Tadcaster Ripon Farm Services is a family owned multibranch agricultural dealer covering 12 sites within Yorkshire, Teesside, Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire. We are responsible for the sale and aftersales support of a wide range of agricultural machinery and products, predominantly the exciting John Deere range of products. Our business culture reflects both tradition and progress, and we strive to help our customers to be more efficient and more productive in the modern farming industry. General duties: You will need to demonstrate the ability to perform diagnostics and repairs on agricultural or turf equipment proficiently whilst protecting the departments’ profitability. This will be from both the depot and at customers premises. Through your knowledge and experience, advise customers on optimisation techniques for their machines and products and services offered by Ripon Farm Services and John Deere. Understand the manufacturers’ customer care process. Successfully complete mandatory training to support product knowledge and to maintain and develop your skills and knowledge. You must comply with all Health and Safety legislation, Company Policies and Procedures, to ensure the safety of all staff, customers, and visitors. Complete all reports and administration required for work assignments on time. Ensure own and company tools are stored neatly and in their correct locations and are adequately maintained. Maintain a clean workstation, company vehicle, and associated areas. Perform pre-delivery set up on new or used equipment and supports service specialists when required. The role requires you to act in a professional manner and actively promote Ripon Farm Services with positivity and integrity. Knowledge of agricultural equipment would be preferred but full training on products and systems and will be provided. A driving licence will be required as there will be a need to drive company vehicles and agricultural equipment. Hours of work Monday to Friday (8am till 5pm). Must be flexible to support with overtime to suit the business demands, this will be seasonally, evenings and weekends. Benefits Company vehicle; Enhanced holiday scheme; Entry into the company pension scheme; Company uniform provision including work boots and clothing provided by the company; A company staff account offering staff discount on clothing, tools and all our showroom items; Full product and personal development training is offered and comprehensive training paths, tailored to you; A chance to work with industry leading John Deere machinery and technology; Free parking. Applications: To get started with this exciting career in a rapidly growing market leading company, please send an up to date CV to: recruitment@riponfarmservices.com . Apprentice – Turf/Groundcare Technician Ripon Farm Services is a family owned multibranch agricultural dealer covering 12 sites within Yorkshire, Teesside, Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire. We are responsible for the sale and aftersales support of a wide range of agricultural machinery and products, predominantly the exciting John Deere range of products. Our business culture reflects both tradition and progress, and we strive to help our customers to be more efficient and more productive in the modern farming industry. We are looking for an enthusiastic person to join our aftersales team in our Groundcare department as a Turf Apprentice. The Turf Technician apprenticeship develops exactly the same skills as its agricultural equivalent, but with the focus more on machines used by golf courses, sports grounds, local authorities, landscapers and country estates. The apprenticeships are provided through John Deere and ProVQ. At the end of the apprenticeship, you will receive an industry recognised qualification upon competition. Our Land-Based Service Engineering Technician apprenticeship follows the level 3 Apprenticeship Standard; Land-Based Service Engineering Technician (ST0243). The program duration is approximately 36 to 48 months and includes 24 weeks of block release training spread over 3 years conducted at purpose-built training facility in Radcliffe on Trent, Nottinghamshire. At the end of the training period you will need to complete and EPA. This will consist of online tests, practical observations, and professional discussions using the evidence collected throughout your apprenticeship. Qualities As our apprentice you will need an appetite for learning and an enthusiasm for the industry. Knowledge of agricultural equipment would be preferred but full training on systems and product will be provided. Apprentices are required to have achieved English & Maths at GCSE A-C or 4 & above, or Functional Skills Level 2 prior to being put forward for EPA. Hours of work Monday to Friday with occasional overtime to suit the business demands at evenings and weekends. Applications: To get started with this exciting career in a rapidly growing market leading company, please send an up to date CV to: recruitment@riponfarmservices.com . ProVQ To register with ProVQ, please use the following link: ProVQ Screening System Trailer Centre Mechanic/Electrician Ripon Trailer Centre, North Bridge, Ripon HG4 1HY Ripon Farm Services is a family owned multibranch agricultural dealer covering 12 sites within Yorkshire, Teesside, Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire. We are responsible for the sale and aftersales support of a wide range of agricultural machinery and products, and you will be predominantly working on Ifor Williams trailer products. Our business culture reflects both tradition and progress, and we strive to help our customers to be more efficient and more productive in the modern farming industry. General duties: To work in our trailer centre in Ripon performing repairs and maintenance on customer and dealer owned equipment. You will also help the other departments when required including liaising with customers regarding trailer sales, serving customers in the showroom and helping the parts department when they need it. You should be self-motivated with an attitude to do what is needed at the time. You will have mechanical/ engineering experience and be comfortable completing a number of basic machinery repairs as well as diagnosing electrical faults. A driving licence would be required as there will be a need to drive company vehicles. A trailer licence would be preferred but it is not essential as if you do not have one, we will ensure you can get one as it will be required. Must be computer literate. The role requires you to act in a professional manner and actively promote Ripon Farm Services with positivity and integrity. Knowledge of trailer equipment would be preferred but full training on products and systems and will be provided. A driving licence may be required as there may be a need to drive company vehicles. Hours of work Monday to Friday (8am till 5pm). Must be flexible to support with overtime to suit the business demands at evenings and weekends. Benefits Enhanced holiday scheme Entry into the company pension scheme. Company uniform provision including work boots and clothing provided by the company. A company staff account offering staff discount on clothing, tools and all our showroom items. Full product and personal development training is offered and comprehensive training paths, tailored to you, are provided. A chance to work with industry leading John Deere machinery and technology. Applications To get started with this exciting career, please send an up to date CV to – recruitment@riponfarmservices.com. No agencies please! Search Blog Recent Posts The Brand New John Deere 6R Series – Go Smart, Do More Ripon Farm Services – Kramer 2021 Best Brand Ambassador Double victory for John Deere Mazzotti receives John Deere brand endorsement We’re Back !! 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