Jordan Paterson
2 Faughhill Farm Cottage, Melrose,Scottish Borders
Summary
Motivated professional demonstrating strengths in hands-on engineering and customer engagement. Adapts to the evolving demands of agricultural environments through effective problem-solving and technical skills. Committed to supporting the agricultural community by delivering reliable service and solutions.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Agricultural Engineer
BWE Engineering
02.2023 - Current
- Lead engineer responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining a wide range of agricultural machinery, specialising in Agrifac self-propelled sprayers.
- Liaised directly with farmers to diagnose issues and deliver effective solutions.
- Supporting breakdown call-outs and minimising machinery downtime during busy seasons.
- Supervised repairs to ensure completion met safety standards, and quality expectations.
- Managed workshop operations, planned workload, and prioritised jobs to enhance operational efficiency.
- Inspected new agricultural equipment to verify safe function and operation ahead of use.
Agricultural Engineer
Scot Agri
02.2020 - 02.2023
- Conducted diagnostics on mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems to identify and resolve issues efficiently.
- Serviced and repaired tractors, telehandlers, diggers, implements, and modern agricultural equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Attended on-farm breakdowns, delivering practical repairs to minimise downtime and support farming operations.
- Maintaining accurate service records and ensuring high customer satisfaction.
Agricultural Engineer
J G Paxtons and Sons
09.2014 - 02.2020
- Serviced and repaired agricultural machinery regularly to ensure optimal performance.
- Completed apprenticeship, attended college, and gained practical experience in agricultural engineering.
- Developed strong problem-solving skills and practical engineering knowledge.
- Acquired hands-on experience with agricultural machinery from an early age, contributing to skill development.
- Built lasting relationships within the local farming community.
Education
NVQ Level 3 - Land-Based Service Engineering Technician
Reaseheath Collage
Nantwich, CHE2018
Scottish Qualifications Certificate - High School
Kelso High School
Kelso2014
Skills
- Equipment maintenance
- Diagnostic troubleshooting
- Hydraulic systems
- Electrical systems
- Agricultural machinery
- Customer relationship management
- Workshop management
- Safety compliance
- Parts ordering
- Technical liaison
- Problem solving
- Machinery inspection
- Service documentation
- Farm machinery operation
- Time-Critical problem solving
- Differential GPS
Social Media Marketing
- Successfully manage the company’s social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram and TikTok creating engaging and targeted content that aligns with the brand's voice and marketing goals.
- Produce and edit engaging videos that resonate with the audience, using different tools. Skilled in video scripting, storyboarding, and ensuring the content aligns with current trends and audience preferences.
- Actively engage with the community by responding to comments, messages, and mentions in a timely and professional manner. Foster a sense of community around the brand, building stronger customer relationships.
Timeline
Lead Agricultural Engineer
BWE Engineering
02.2023 - Current
Agricultural Engineer
Scot Agri
02.2020 - 02.2023
Agricultural Engineer
J G Paxtons and Sons
09.2014 - 02.2020
NVQ Level 3 - Land-Based Service Engineering Technician
Reaseheath Collage
Scottish Qualifications Certificate - High School
Kelso High School