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NW Recruitment Services Ltd; Ormskirk; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full PPE provided

Travel provided to sites

Job summary

NW Recruitment Services Ltd is recruiting for field picking operatives near Scarisbrick, Ormskirk, and surrounding areas. Roles commence September 2026 and involve outdoor labour, harvesting, sorting, and packing of produce on a temporary ongoing basis.

Applicants should be physically fit and capable of working as part of a team in varying weather conditions. Prior outdoor or agricultural experience is preferred, and in-person interviews may be held locally.

Qualifications

• Physical fitness is required for a fast-paced outdoor harvesting role.
• Attention to detail is essential for sorting and packing produce.
• Ability to work efficiently as part of a small team on farm operations.
• Experience with outdoor work or in agricultural environments is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate harvesting equipment and cut kale and brassicas in the field.
• Sort and grade produce to maintain quality standards.
• Assist with field packing and broader farm tasks as needed.
• Help with loading trays and moving produce in all weather.

Skills

Physical fitness

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Outdoor work experience

Physically demanding role experience

Job description

These roles are expected to commence in September 2026 to assist in kickstarting headway at the start of the new harvesting season.

Own form of transport desirable due to no public transport connection for start time.

We are currently and exclusively supporting a well-established business near Scarisbrick with the recruitment of temporary ongoing Field Picking Operatives.

These roles are in additional to previously recruited roles and suit individuals comfortable with outdoor labour and keen on contributing to quality produce harvesting and sorting in agricultural settings.

These positions require physical fitness, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently as part of a team dedicated to sustainable farming practices. Experience or exposure to outdoor work and agricultural environments is preferred due to the physical nature and weather exposure of the role.

We would also consider applicants from alternative backgrounds who have proven experience in physically demanding roles.

In person interviews can be held for this role in Scarisbrick, Ormskirk, Skelmersdale, Burscough or Southport.

Contract & Benefits

• £13.40 per hour (up to 39 hours)
• Overtime above 39 hours at time and a half (£20.10 per hour)
• Immediate starts available on temporary ongoing contract basis
• Full PPE provided (Steel toe cap Wellington boots, overalls, Elka heavy duty bib & brace, hats)
• Travel provided from site to individual working locations in company Land Rovers

Working environment

• Field-based outdoors on the Southwest Lancashire plain.
• Team-based, supporting farm operations and innovative growing methods.
• PPE provided on site to ensure safety in all working conditions.
• Physically demanding position, in a fast paced environment.
• Adhoc / dual requirement to work in the packhouse - packing harvested produce.

Responsibilities

• Operate and work alongside harvester machines while picking and cutting kale and other brassicas in the field.
• Cutting vegetables from plants on the farm and on field-based operations.
• Grade and sort produce during harvesting to maintain product quality standards.
• Ensure all tasks are carried out efficiently in all weather conditions, from rain and cold to heat.
• Maintain clean and safe working practices with full PPE provided.
• Support general field work operations as required, which may include groundwork, packing, and other duties.
• Picking up trays on to low loader trailers (10-15kg trays, 2-person lift).