Agricultural Machinery Operator

Menter a Busnes; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-oriented agricultural company in Devon is seeking an Agricultural Machinery Operator to ensure efficiency in daily farm operations. This full-time role involves operating machinery, maintaining records, and assisting in various farm tasks. Ideal candidates should have experience in agriculture, relevant machinery operation skills, and a valid UK driving license. Accommodation and a competitive salary are provided.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Shared accommodation

Company pension scheme

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Experience operating agricultural machinery.
• PA1, PA2, PA4 and/or PA6 qualifications are desirable.
• Full UK driving license is required.

Responsibilities

• Operate tractors and harvesting machinery.
• Maintain accurate records for compliance.
• Assist with general farm duties and operations.

Skills

Experience in agriculture or fresh produce sectors

Operation of spraying equipment

Forklift training

Reliability and attention to detail

Effective communication skills

Tools

Tractors

Sprayers

Harvest machinery

Job description

Overview

This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship; the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract.

Role

Agricultural Machinery Operator

Location

Location of the Job: Devon - South West of England.

Salary and Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate per hour, depending on experience.
• Shared accommodation - mobile home / caravan.
• Company pension scheme.
• On-site parking.
• A supportive and friendly working environment.

Additional Information

• This is a permanent, full-time position.
• Offering 40+ hours of work each week.

About The Company

A well-established and family-oriented vegetable growing and packing business.

The Job Role Details

As the Agricultural Machinery Operator, you will play a key role in the day-to-day operations of our farm, ensuring efficiency and productivity in all agricultural tasks. This is a varied role that will require you to work with a range of machinery and equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate tractors, sprayers, cultivators and harvest machinery for fieldwork, including ploughing, planting, spraying, and harvesting.
• Maintaining accurate records for compliance and audit readiness.
• Operate and maintain associated farm machinery.
• Assist with groundwork, weeding, and general fieldwork as required.
• Support additional operations during peak times, including harvesting and yard work.
• Assist with the movement and transportation of materials, fresh produce, and equipment around the farm.
• Carry out general farm duties such as hedge cutting, rolling, and fertilising.
• Work alongside farm managers and other team members to ensure smooth day-to-day farm operations.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations to maintain a safe working environment.

Ideal Person – Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in the agricultural, farming or fresh produce sectors.
• PA1, PA2, PA4 and / or PA6 qualified - desirable.
• Skilled in the safe and efficient operation of spraying equipment.
• An understanding of pesticide application, crop protection, and legislative compliance.
• Forklift trained.
• Proven experience operating agricultural machinery.
• A full UK driving license to get to the site, as the farm is remote.
• Flexibility to work longer hours during peak seasons.
• A strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work well within a team environment.

How to Apply

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Industry Keywords

The Industry (Key Words): agricultural tractor driver jobs, tractor driver jobs, tractor driving jobs, farm jobs, farm machinery jobs, tractor jobs, farming jobs, farm machinery operator jobs.

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