Skilled Farm Operative

Morepeople 01780; Newark on Trent; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking agricultural business as a Skilled Farm Operative. This role offers the chance to work outdoors with modern machinery while supporting crop production and maintenance. Enjoy flexible hours tailored to your lifestyle, access to cutting-edge farming technology, and ongoing training opportunities. Be part of a welcoming team that values innovation and growth in the agricultural sector. If you have a passion for farming and machinery, this is the perfect opportunity to thrive in a modern farming environment.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Access to cutting-edge equipment

Ongoing training opportunities

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Experience operating machinery in an arable or mixed farming environment.
• Strong skills in operating tractors and harvesters.

Responsibilities

• Operate a wide range of modern agricultural machinery.
• Support crop planting, growing, and harvesting processes.
• Conduct routine equipment checks and basic maintenance.

Skills

Machinery Operation

Crop Production

General Farm Maintenance

Health and Safety Compliance

Tools

Tractors

Harvesters

Job description

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
• Strong machinery skills - confident operating tractors, harvesters, etc.
• A good understanding of modern farming methods and seasonal tasks

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary
• 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 [e-mail] 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.