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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
07.2020 - 08.2025
  • 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
04.2022 - 07.2024
  • 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
05.2015 - 07.2020
  • 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
07.2020 - 09.2024

NC - Landbased Engineering

SRUC Barony
08.2019 - 06.2020

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Meldrum Academy
Oldmeldrum, Aberdeenshire
01.2015 - 01.2019

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
04.2022 - 07.2024

Service Engineer

Sellars Agriculture
07.2020 - 08.2025

IMI Extended Diploma Level 3 - Landbased Technology

SRUC Barony
07.2020 - 09.2024

NC - Landbased Engineering

SRUC Barony
08.2019 - 06.2020

Farm Worker

Newells Farm
05.2015 - 07.2020

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Meldrum Academy
01.2015 - 01.2019

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