Farm Machinery Operator

Menter a Busnes; Scotland; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist contract farming business in Scotland is seeking an experienced Farm Machinery Operator to work with modern agricultural machinery. Responsibilities include operating tractors for cultivation, conducting maintenance, and ensuring high-quality service in a dynamic farming environment. Ideal candidates should have significant experience in agriculture, relevant certifications, and a valid driving license. This is a permanent full-time position with opportunities for training and career progression.

Benefits

Access to pooled vehicles

Career progression opportunities

30 days of holiday

Contributory Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Tractor Operator or Tractor Driver in agriculture.
• Valid Driving Licence required.
• Good physical condition for various weather.

Responsibilities

• Operate farm machinery during agricultural tasks.
• Conduct routine maintenance on machinery.
• Collaborate with the team for effective field operations.

Skills

Tractor operation

Cultivation experience

Spraying experience

GPS-guided machinery proficiency

Telehandler operation

Flexible working hours

Independent working

Physical stamina

Education

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent

PA1, PA2, PA4S&G certifications

Job description

*** 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 ***

Farm Machinery Operator

• Are you an experienced Tractor Driver or Tractor Operator who takes pride in running top‑end kit with precision and care?

• Do you have hands‑on experience with modern GPS‑guided farm machinery and a solid background in cultivations, spraying, and harvesting?

• Are you looking for a long‑term role with a well‑organised, forward‑thinking farming business that values skill, reliability, and teamwork?

Location of the Job

Fife, Scotland.

Salary

Paying £27,500 - £28,500 basic salary depending on experience.

Realistic total earnings of £35,000 - £38,500+ per year depending on hours worked and seasonal activity.

Overtime & Pay Structure

• During your probationary period, overtime is paid hourly as worked (particularly during busy seasons).

• After successful completion of probation, a salaried package will be agreed which reflects the typical seasonal overtime requirement for the role.

• There remains scope for additional overtime during peak workloads.

Benefits

• Access to pooled vehicles for business use.

• Career progression opportunities, supported by ongoing training and development.

• Immediate start available.

• Modern machinery and well‑organised farm system.

• Training and development supported.

• Overtime.

• 30 days of holiday.

• Sick pay.

• Bereavement leave.

• Employee Assistance Programme.

• Contributory Pension Scheme.

• Cycle‑to‑work scheme.

• Exclusive discounts and deals for employees.

• On‑site parking.

Additional information

This is a permanent full‑time position.

About The Company

A specialist contract farming business, providing arable services covering over 1,500 hectares of cereals and potatoes, utilising modern farm machinery to ensure efficient and effective cropping.

The Job Role Details

We are now seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Farm Machinery Operator with a "can‑do" attitude to join this progressive farming system. The cutting‑edge machinery this farm uses reflects commitment to quality and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high‑quality service to customers.

• Operate farm machinery, including Fendt and Massey Ferguson tractors and attached implements for agricultural tasks such as primary and secondary cultivations.

• Carry out spraying and fertiliser applications with a trailed Horch Leeb.

• Carry out relief combining using Claas Lexion 7600.

• Potato planting and harvesting with Grimme and Standen machinery.

• Conduct pre‑operational checks and routine maintenance on tractors and equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.

• Collaborate with the arable team to plan and execute field operations effectively.

• General farm work — undertake tasks such as trailer work, irrigation, excavator, and loader work.

Ideal Person Skills & Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Tractor Operator or Tractor Driver in the agriculture or farming industry.

• Cultivation experience.

• Spraying experience.

• PA1, PA2, PA4S&G certifications.

• Telehandler ticket.

• Familiar with GPS‑guided machinery and precision farming technologies.

• Flexible to assist with tasks like irrigation, drainage and more.

• Flexible to work extended hours, including weekends, especially during peak seasons.

• Valid Driving Licence.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Good physical condition, capable of working in various weather conditions.

• Workshop skills.

How to apply

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*As we are a specialist recruitment business within the Agricultural and Farming industry, we do require that ALL applicants must hold an NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2 or an equivalent qualification which is relevant and necessary for the job that you are applying for.*