Sprayer Operator - Soft Fruit - Perth and Kinross - £15.00–£18.00 per hour

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists Ltd; Perth; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists Ltd is seeking an experienced Sprayer Operator for a soft fruit operation in Perth and Kinross, Scotland. The role focuses on precise spraying to protect crops, with PA1/PA3 qualifications and a full UK driving licence preferred.

You will operate boom sprayers, maintain records, and work as part of a busy farming team to meet production targets. Competitive hourly rate accompanied by ongoing opportunities within a growing business.

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating agricultural sprayers.
• PA1 and PA3 qualifications including PA3 with variable geometry boom sprayers.
• Good understanding of safe pesticide handling and application.
• Strong attention to detail and record keeping.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Operate variable geometry boom spraying equipment across commercial soft fruit crops
• Carry out pesticide and crop protection applications accurately and safely
• Complete spraying records and documentation
• Carry out routine checks and basic maintenance of spraying equipment
• Identify and report equipment issues
• Follow health, safety and environmental procedures
• Work closely with the wider farm team to ensure spraying is completed within required timeframes
• Support general farm operations when required

Skills

Operating agricultural sprayers

PA1 and PA3 qualifications

Variable geometry boom sprayers

Pesticide handling & application

Record keeping

Driving licence

Education

NVQ Level 2

Scottish NVQ Level 2

Job description

Sprayer Operator - Soft Fruit- Perth and Kinross -£15.00-£18.00 per hour

We are recruiting for an experienced Sprayer Operator to join a progressive and expanding soft fruit farming business.

The farm operates across approximately 250 acres, including 70 acres of commercial strawberry production, currently producing around 1,800 tonnes annually. With ambitious expansion plans, the business is targeting 3,000 tonnes of strawberry production by 2028.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced sprayer operator to join a modern commercial soft fruit operation, playing an important role in maintaining crop health, quality and yield through accurate and effective spraying applications.

The Company:

An established and expanding commercial soft fruit business operating in a professional and commercially focused agricultural environment. The farm places a strong emphasis on crop quality, responsible crop protection and accurate application, with continued investment and expansion planned across its strawberry production.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate variable geometry boom spraying equipment across commercial soft fruit crops
• Carry out pesticide and crop protection applications accurately and safely, following application rates and spraying programmes
• Complete all required spraying records and documentation
• Carry out routine checks and basic maintenance of spraying equipment, ensuring machinery is clean, maintained and ready for use
• Identify and report any issues with spraying equipment
• Follow all relevant health, safety and environmental procedures
• Work closely with the wider farm team to ensure spraying is completed within required timeframes
• Support general farm operations when required

The Candidate:

• Previous experience operating agricultural sprayers
• PA1 and PA3 qualifications, including PA3 covering variable geometry boom sprayers with air assistance, mounted or trailed
• Experience operating variable geometry boom sprayers
• Good understanding of safe pesticide handling and application
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy and record keeping
• Able to follow application plans and instructions and work safely within required timeframes
• Reliable, practical and hardworking, with the ability to work independently and as part of a wider farm team
• Full UK driving licence
• Previous soft fruit production experience would be highly advantageous

The Package

• £15.00-£18.00 per hour DOE
• Opportunity to join an established and expanding soft fruit business
• Key role within a modern commercial crop production operation

Candidate Requirements

All applicants must hold a minimum of an NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2, or an equivalent qualification relevant to the role applied for. Candidates must also have the legal right to work in the UK or hold a valid visa permitting employment.