Farm/ Biogas Maintenance Operative

Velcourt Limited; Bristol; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation available

Competitive remuneration based on experience

Job summary

A progressive farming business in the United Kingdom is seeking a Farm/Biogas Maintenance Operative to handle biogas plant operations and equipment maintenance. The role offers full-time or part-time positions and includes competitive remuneration based on experience. Candidates should have hands-on mechanical skills and a full UK driving license. This is an excellent opportunity for those passionate about sustainable farming practices.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical or electrical maintenance.
• Ability to work safely and effectively in a farm environment.
• General farm and equipment maintenance skills.
• A practical approach to problem solving.
• Strong health, safety and environmental awareness.
• Full UK driving licence (essential).
• Previous AD/biogas experience desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide weekend and holiday cover for the biogas plant operations.
• Assist with maintenance of the biogas plant.
• Carry out maintenance of farm equipment across the estate.
• Provide on-call cover for the Biogas Manager on a rota.
• Carry out maintenance of farm equipment across the estate.

Skills

Hands-on mechanical and/or electrical skills

Welding and fabrication experience

General farm and equipment maintenance skills

Practical problem-solving

Health, safety and environmental awareness

Full UK driving licence

AD/biogas experience

Job description

Position Farm/ Biogas Maintenance Operative Location Located between Yeovil and Dorchester No. Required 1 Period Full or Part Time Considered

The Role

Ilchester Estates is a large Dorset estate where the farming side of the business is managed by Velcourt. The enterprise covers 3,300 ha in hand, supporting a 750 kW biogas plant, 1,800 dairy cows, 1,300 youngstock and 5,000 sheep.

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Farm Maintenance Operative to join our team.

Responsibilities

• Provide weekend and holiday cover for the day-to-day operation of the biogas plant (feeding, daily equipment checks, performance monitoring, etc.)
• Assist with biogas plant maintenance
• Possible haulage of feedstocks
• Provide on-call cover for the Biogas Manager on an agreed rota
• Carry out maintenance of farm equipment across the wider estate

Skills & Experience Required

• Hands‑on mechanical and/or electrical skills
• Welding and fabrication experience
• General farm and equipment maintenance skills
• A consistent, practical approach to problem solving
• Strong health, safety and environmental awareness
• Full UK driving licence (essential)
• Previous AD / biogas experience desirable but not essential

What We Offer

• A full‑time or part‑time position for the right candidate
• Opportunity to work within a diverse and progressive farming business
• Competitive remuneration based on experience

How to Apply

Please send your CV to [e-mail] or click “Apply Now” below.

Accommodation: Available

Address: The Estate office
Melbury Sampford
Dorchester
Dorset
DT2 0LF

For More Information

For more information please contact [e-mail]

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