Sprayer Operator/Tractor Driver

TN United Kingdom; South Kesteven; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Sprayer Operator/Tractor Driver to join their team. This permanent position involves working on agricultural operations, including cultivations, drilling, and fertiliser applications. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in agriculture, hold necessary pesticide application certificates, and be skilled in the use and maintenance of agricultural equipment. You will be part of a dynamic team, ensuring the efficient operation of agricultural practices while enjoying the benefits of a supportive work environment. If you are passionate about agriculture and ready to take on a rewarding role, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in Agriculture, Horticulture, or Field Trials is essential.
• Pesticide application certificates and equipment maintenance skills required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct agricultural operations including cultivations and irrigation.
• Carry out agrochemical applications and maintain machinery.

Skills

Agricultural experience

Pesticide application certificates (PA1, PA2, PA6)

Maintenance of agricultural equipment

Microsoft Office proficiency

Attention to detail

Tools

24m SAM Horizon sprayer

Trimble GPS

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Sprayer Operator/Tractor Driver, Scotland

Client: Agricultural Recruitment Specialists

Location: Scotland, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference:

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Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

Job Description:

Sprayer Operator/Tractor Driver

Job details:

Posted 15 January | Salary £ - £ per annum | Location: Scotland | Job type: Discipline Agricultural & Farm Services, Farming | Reference: CP- | Contact Name: Charlotte Powell

Job description:

Are you an experienced Sprayer Operator/Tractor Driver?

Your key duties include:

• Working on agricultural operations including cultivations, drilling, fertiliser applications, and irrigation.
• Carrying out agrochemical applications on a wide range of agricultural/horticultural trials and commercial cropping using a 24m SAM Horizon self-propelled sprayer and Trimble GPS.
• Carrying out commercial and plot combine harvesting operations.
• Machinery maintenance on a wide range of standard agricultural machinery and specialist trials equipment.

The role will not be limited to these duties, and you will be required to carry out a range of other associated work activities delivered by the centre, some of which can be physically demanding. The day-to-day work will be on trial plots as well as commercial cropping. Essential training will be provided as necessary.

Essential Skill Requirements:

• Experience in Agriculture, Horticulture, or Field Trials
• Pesticide application certificates - PA1, PA2, PA6, and NRoSO registered.
• Use and maintenance of agricultural equipment.
• A good working knowledge of agricultural practices
• Microsoft Office
• Attention to detail.

Desirable Skills:

• Forklift and Tractor driving certificates.
• ATV (All-Terrain Vehicle) certificates
• Working knowledge of tractor GPS
• An understanding of agricultural trials

A full UK driving licence is essential as you will be traveling to other sites within a 30-mile radius.

You must have the right to work in the UK.

Salary: £35,000 - £45,000

Contract: Permanent

Location: Cockburnspath, Scottish Borders, Scotland

Working hours: 40