ANGUS RIDDOCH
Oldmeldrum,Aberdeenshire
Summary
A dynamic and ambitious technical professional with a wide range of engineering expertise and an ability to solve problems. Possessing a strong work ethic, an ability to communicate effectively and a passion for delivering high quality work. Having established myself in land based engineering I am looking to advance my career by bringing my expertise and forward thinking mindset to the Engineering sector.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Service Engineer
Sellars Agriculture
Oldmeldrum, Aberdeenshire
2020.07 - 2025.08
- In October 2025 I graduated from the four year Claas apprenticeship that I completed through Sellars Agriculture. The course content is outlined in the education section below. As an apprentice engineer I have gained significant experience in:
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during all servicing tasks for secure work environment.
- Attended professional development workshops regularly, kept abreast of latest industry advancements.
- Performed extensive repair works to restore functionality in faulty machines.
- Verified correct installation of new equipment, guaranteed optimal operation from the start.
- Liaised regularly with suppliers for timely parts acquisition, reduced equipment downtime.
- Fault finding, problem solving and working of my own initiative;
- Offering a high standard of service and communicating effectively with customers;
- Working as a part of a team and demonstrating leadership in mentoring younger apprentices.
Business Owner
Aberdeenshire Paddock Services
, Aberdeenshire
2022.04 - 2024.07
- I set up my own business to subsidise my apprentice wage, having identified an opportunity in the smallholding and equestrian market, for services provided by a compact tractor where larger machinery could not gain access. I ran the business, often working an additional 40 hours per week, until graduating from my apprenticeship. In addition to furthering my practical expertise I learned how to:
- Understand the needs of my customers and communicate effectively with them;
- Run a business and manage the finances and record keeping;
- Plan and organise myself, especially when affected by changeable weather and the changing seasons;
- Manage and look after machinery and chemicals, with a responsible approach to health and safety.
Farm Worker
Newells Farm
Oldmeldrum, Aberdeenshire
2015.05 - 2020.07
- From the age of twelve I worked on my Uncle's farm, many days after school, on weekends and during school holidays. I learned a great deal through working with livestock, operating a range of farm machinery and carrying out farm maintenance. In later years I was often left in charge of the farm when he was away.
Education
IMI Extended Diploma Level 3 - Landbased Technology
SRUC Barony
2020.07 - 2024.09
NC - Landbased Engineering
SRUC Barony
2019.08 - 2020.06
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Meldrum Academy
Oldmeldrum, Aberdeenshire 2015.01 - 2019.01
Websites
Awards
Royal Northern Agricultural Society - Engineering Student of the Year 2024/2025., Barony Agricultural College - Most practical student award 2019/2020., PA1; PA2; PA6 Certificates - Handling and applying chemicals with boom and handheld sprayer., Certificates in: Abrasive wheels training; handling refrigerants, air con repair and service.
Interests
I have been an active member of my local young farmers club since 2016. Over the years I have participated in numerous activities including: speechmaking; ropemaking; livestock preparation; grassland competitions; stockjudging and machinery valuing. I have also been involved in organising young farmer fundraising and sporting events. In 2024 I was nominated to become a farm safety and mental health ambassador, educating my peers in both subjects and working with external organisations like SSE and Scottish Power. I am also a keen runner and hillwalker and through my early years in scouting, enjoy the outdoors.
Timeline
Business Owner
Aberdeenshire Paddock Services
2022.04 - 2024.07
Service Engineer
Sellars Agriculture
2020.07 - 2025.08
IMI Extended Diploma Level 3 - Landbased Technology
SRUC Barony
2020.07 - 2024.09
NC - Landbased Engineering
SRUC Barony
2019.08 - 2020.06
Farm Worker
Newells Farm
2015.05 - 2020.07
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Meldrum Academy
2015.01 - 2019.01