Sprayer Operator

Watts Farm; Swanley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural company in the UK seeks an experienced Sprayer Operator to carry out safe pesticide applications across Kent and Essex. Applicants should have a valid PA1 and PA2 licence, with at least 5 years of tractor driving experience. The role involves operating farm machinery, maintaining safety standards, and supporting various farm activities. Company benefits include 31 days holiday, staff discounts, and training opportunities. A flexible working schedule and competitive hours are offered during the crop season.

Benefits

31 days holiday including bank holidays

20% staff discount on our online shop

Development and training opportunities

Onsite staff canteen area with refreshments

Free car parking

Qualifications

• 5+ years tractor driving experience on farms is essential.
• Active and valid PA1 and PA2 licence required for pesticide application.
• Strong attention to detail is necessary for this role.

Responsibilities

• Carry out all spraying duties across Kent and Essex safely and accurately.
• Operate and maintain various farm machinery for different tasks.
• Maintain accurate records of chemicals and fertilizers used.

Skills

Attention to detail

Tractor driving

Pesticide application

Adaptability

Education

Active PA1 and PA2 licence

5 years tractor driving experience

Additional PA certifications

Tools

Farm machinery

Tractors

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Sprayer Operator to join our farm operations team.

Are you the right candidate for this opportunity? Make sure to read the full description below.

This role is essential in delivering accurate, safe and efficient pesticide and fertiliser applications across our Kent and Essex sites.

If you're confident with tractors and machinery, detail-focused and passionate about high quality farm work, we want to hear from you! About the Role: Reporting to the Farm Operations Manager, you will carry out all spraying operations across Kent and Essex while ensuring full compliance with Health & Safety and Food Safety standards.

You’ll also support wider field and farm activities throughout the year, contributing to the smooth running of our operations.

Key Responsibilities

Carry out all spraying duties across Kent and Essex, ensuring safe, accurate and compliant applications.

Operate a range of farm machinery for cultivations, drilling, planting, bed forming, hoeing, mowing and general tractor work.

Maintain accurate stock records for chemical, seed and fertiliser stores.

Follow all Health & Safety and Food Safety procedures, reporting any faults, risks or unsafe conditions immediately.

Maintain a clean, organised and compliant working environment.

Support winter operations including plant maintenance and general farm work.

About you

You’ll bring enthusiasm, a practical mindset and the willingness to learn and adapt within a busy environment.

Experience & Qualifications:

• Active and valid PA1 and PA2 licence with NROSO points collected on an annual basis
• Additional PA certifications welcomed
• Minimum 5 years tractor driving experience on farms
• Strong attention to detail
• Experience in ploughing, shake rating, bed forming and hoeing is highly advantageous
• Ideally previous experience in a Sprayer Operator role

Why Join Us?

At Watts Farms, we thrive on challenge and change.

The pace and pressure of our 24 / 7 operation keeps us on our toes, while offering great opportunities to learn and grow.

We encourage everyone to work hard, show initiative and develop new skills.

And it's exciting because only by mentoring and role‑modeling our success and innovation, will we continue to diversify, grow as individuals and succeed together.

Working Hours April

• October: Typically 6 days a week, working 50 hours per week, reflecting the busy crop season.
• 60 hours per week, reflecting the busy crop season.

November

• February: Reduced to a 5 day week, working 40 hours per week, allowing downtime from the peak season.

We can take a flexible approach to shift start times, which can be discussed at interview.

What we can offer you:

• 31 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)
• 20% staff discount on our online shop
• Long Service Awards
• Development and training opportunities
• Onsite staff canteen area offering refreshments and free fruit
• Free car parking

If you have the requirements listed to become our Spray Operator, please click apply today.

Wed love to hear from you! We are an equal opportunity employer.

All applicants will be considered for employment.

Please note: Employment checks will include Drugs & Alcohol test.