Skilled Farm Operative

MorePeople; Newark and Sherwood; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural business is seeking a Skilled Farm Operative to join their innovative team. This role offers flexible working hours and involves operating modern machinery, supporting crop production, and maintaining farm equipment in a supportive environment focused on continuous development.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Access to cutting-edge equipment

Ongoing training and professional development

Inclusive team culture

Qualifications

• Previous experience in machinery operation in arable or mixed farming.
• Good understanding of seasonal tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operating agricultural machinery and supporting crop maintenance.
• Conducting equipment checks and ensuring compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Operating modern agricultural machinery

Understanding of modern farming methods

Job description

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Skilled Farm Operative - Modern, Progressive Arable Business | Flexible Hours | Competitive Salary

Are you an experienced machinery operator looking for your next challenge in a forward-thinking agricultural business? We're working on behalf of a well-established, innovative grower of cereals, potatoes, and root vegetables, with operations spanning from crop production through to on-site washing and packing for retail.

Following a period of significant business growth, this organisation is expanding its team and is now looking for a Skilled Farm Operative to support their field operations. With substantial investment in technology, infrastructure, and machinery, this is a great opportunity to join a modern farming enterprise with a supportive and inclusive team culture.

The Role

This is a varied and hands-on role for someone passionate about working outdoors and operating modern farm machinery. You'll be involved in all aspects of crop production and general farm maintenance, with the flexibility to fit working hours around your lifestyle.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operating a wide range of modern agricultural machinery
• Supporting crop planting, growing, harvesting, and post-harvest processes
• Conducting routine equipment checks and basic maintenance
• Carrying out general farm tasks and supporting the wider team as needed
• Ensuring compliance with health, safety, and farm hygiene standards

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in operating machinery in an arable or mixed farming environment
• A good understanding of modern farming methods and seasonal tasks

What's on Offer

• Flexible working hours to suit your needs - school hours considered
• Access to cutting-edge equipment and farming technology
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• A welcoming and forward-thinking work environment

For an informal chat, please call Emily on 01780 480530, email or message me on LinkedIn. Don't worry if your CV isn't up to date, just send what you have already, and we can sort the rest later.