New Year Two-Day Show

25th Oct 2019 in General

We will be holding our annual New Year Two-Day Show on Wednesday 15th & Thursday 16th January 2020 at Yorkshire Events Centre, Great Yorkshire Showground, Harrogate, HG2 8NZ.

This event just keeps getting better, with a whole host of our manufacturers showcasing the latest technology and new releases.

Among the John Deere newcomers this year there will be the 8RX 410, 7R 330, 6120M & 6195M tractors along with the 4150i Self Propelled Sprayer. Kramer will be displaying their striking new Black Edition 447 Telehandler.
Other highlights to look out for include the Mazotti 3580 Self Propelled Sprayer and Kuhn Merge Maxx 950.

We will be running seminars on both Wednesday & Thursday in the seminar room by the main entrance.

10.30am: John Deere – Connectivity: Agriculture’s Digital Revolution
Using the My John Deere portal and advanced telematics to manage your fleet, control costs and demonstrate how digital connectivity can support modern farm businesses.

11.30am: Bridgestone – Farm Tyres? How to make the right choice
Choosing the right tyres for your farm vehicles can make a huge impact on efficiency, cost and land management. Join us to learn about the tyre choices available to support your farming operation. We’ll talk about value for money, field and/or road applications, soil compaction, tyre pressure management and weight distribution, and we’ll look at the future with a total farming mobility solution.

1.30pm: Kuhn – Achieving Quality Forage
Kuhn will focus on two key areas of forage production. They will show how improvements in swath management can affect both quality of forage and wear life of the forage harvester/baler. They will also take a look at bale wrapping technology and how getting it right at the start makes the world of difference as to what comes out at the end

Jobs

15th Oct 2019 in General

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.

Vacancy: Harvesting Manager

Our agricultural machinery is the key to meeting the biggest global challenge: supplying 7 billion people with food, clothing and renewable energy. At Ripon Farm Services we understand our customers are faced with this challenge and that our goal is that we are right there beside them as their preferred partner. Our products and state of the art technological solutions will help our customers reach this goal. We are looking for a Harvesting Manager to join our team, a field role based throughout our sales area.

Job Function

Provides expertise for supporting sales on Combines, Self-Propelled Forage Harvesters and Large Square Balers. Assists salesmen when a high level of knowledge and expertise are required to provide convincing sales arguments on specific products or solutions (Harvest – Crop care) to customers. Analyses the market and competition for dedicated products.

Main Duties

Provides leadership and support to Salesmen across the dealership organisation for the sale of dedicated products, especially on prospecting, customer qualification and solution configuration.

Proactively manage difficult issues in regards to the jobs area of responsibility.

Works with the Group Sales Manager to develop, maintain and manage the execution of a sales marketing plan concerning special products or solutions across the organisation.

Ensures sales and market share goals are met.

Demonstrates to the sales team a positive attitude and provides an uplifting and realistic outlook on the opportunities that may be presented.

Develops and delivers Salesmen training for specific products or solutions within the area of expertise.

Identifies and leads training opportunities for customer education programs, clinics and special events.

Conducts new equipment field demonstrations with the assistance of other specialists.

Monitors competitor activity and products and communicates to the Sales Management accordingly.

Acts in a professional manner and actively promotes Ripon Farm Services and John Deere with positivity and integrity.

Skills and Qualifications

Full UK driving licence

Excellent knowledge of agricultural harvesting equipment and farming operational practices.

Ability to use standard computer applications and internet functions.

Ability to analyse and interpret internal reports.

Excellent customer relationship skills.

Ability to work extended hours.

Ability to work in a team environment.

Excellent attitude with integrity and honesty.

Applications

To get started, please send an up to date CV to – james.daysh@riponfarmservices.com . There is no application deadline but we’ll reply to all entries within 2 weeks.

Trailer Service Technician

Ripon Trailer Centre, North Bridge, North Road, Ripon, HG4 1HY

Duties To work in a busy Trailer Service Department performing maintenance and repairs on all types of trailers. This role also involves dealing directly with customers, working in the shop supporting customers with their purchasing requirements.
Qualities Proficient knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems is required to enable the repair of trailers. Working in a customer facing role would be beneficial. 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 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.

· 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 trailer machinery and technology.

Applications: To get started with this exciting career, please send an up to date CV to –

Miss Stef Platts at the above address or to stef.platts@riponfarmservices.com

Agricultural Service Technician

Ripon Farm Services, Dallamires Lane, Ripon, HG4 1TT

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 – tom.jobling@riponfarmservices.com

Experienced Service Technician – Ottringham

Job Function

Performs diagnostics, service repairs and maintenance work on customer and/or dealer-owned equipment, based on the training certification program. Aftermarket sales oriented.

Essential Duties:
1.Performs diagnostics and repairs on agricultural or turf equipment, including AMS products.
2.Completes all reports and administration required for work assignments (job cards – DTAC case –time sheets, etc.).
3.Maintains a clean work station, assists with overall workshop organization and correct use of tools and vehicles.
4.Follows all safety rules and regulations in performing work assignments.
5.Participates in Service Training Certification programs required for the development of skills and knowledge.
6.Performs diagnostics and repairs in the field when required.
7.Performs pre-delivery set up on new or used equipment.
8.Supports Service Specialists when required.
9.Mentors apprentices

Skills & Qualifications:

1+ years experience performing service repairs
Ability to perform repairs and required maintenance using special tools and equipment following approved technical procedures
Proficient knowledge of mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems to effect the repair of agricultural equipment
Ability to use standard computer applications, internet functions and John Deere Service Advisor
Ability to operate vehicles and equipment used for diagnostic purposes
Good customer relationship skills
Familiar with John Deere and competitive products
Ability to work in a team environment
Minimum LTA certification level or comparable John Deere scale
Fork lift and vehicle driving license preferred
Ability to work extended hours and weekends

Please apply in writing or by email to:
Tony Ralph
Ripon Farm Services
Station Road
Ottringham
HU12 0BJ
t. 01964 622351

e. tralph@riponfarmservices.co.uk

October Ripon Farm Newsletter

3rd Oct 2019 in General

Our October newsletter is available to download. In this months edition we have some special offers on John Deere stocked tractors but don’t delay, these offers are for October 2019 only so contact your local area sales manager for more information. We also include a full page feature on our brand new state of the art paint and body shop which has now opened in Ripon. We have a write up from our trailer centres about Ifor Williams and their new products hitting the market as well as our social, used and parts pages. To download or view click the relevant link below:

October Newsletter for Online Viewing

October 2019 Newsletter PDF

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