Estates Mechanic

Windsor Forest Colleges group is looking for a Mechanic to join our Berkshire College of Agriculture Estates team on a permanent, full‑time basis working 40 hours per week. The position of Estates Mechanic at BCA Campus involves servicing, maintaining, and repairing agricultural and horticultural equipment, ensuring that machinery like tractors and mowers support the college's educational activities. The role requires maintaining service records, diagnosing mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues, and engaging in welding and fabrication of components for college infrastructure. Responsibilities also include ordering parts, managing fuel supplies, waste materials in adherence to regulations, and collaborating with external contractors to maintain operational standards.

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• Mentors apprentices or students on work placements and supports curriculum departments with equipment demonstrations and projects.
  
• Prepares for public and promotional events, operates vehicles for the Estates department, and ensures the workshop and yard adhere to safety and security guidelines.
  
• Maintains the COSHH register for workshop materials, promotes a discrimination‑free environment and safeguards student welfare.
  

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• Qualifications in agricultural or mechanical engineering, with experience in maintaining agricultural and horticultural machinery.
  
• Essential skills include knowledge of engine, hydraulic, and electrical systems, fault‑finding efficiency, and sound communication and organisational abilities, coupled with a practical, methodical approach to tasks.
  
• Desired qualifications include certifications in welding, tractor driving, and telehandler operations.
  

The Windsor Forest Colleges Group (TWFCG) is a leading education provider in the South‑East. Our staff work across four main campuses at Langley, Windsor, Strodes‑Egham and Berkshire College of Agriculture‑Maidenhead. Our teams place the learner at the heart of all we do and in our state‑of‑the‑art learning environments, we are proud to deliver education and training to a diverse group of students and businesses each year.