Tractor and HGV Driver

Menter a Busnes; North Devon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established farming business in North Devon is seeking a Tractor and HGV Driver. The successful candidate will operate various agricultural machinery and maintain efficient farming operations. This full-time role requires an HGV licence and experience in the agricultural sector. Competitive hourly rates, shared accommodation, and a supportive work environment are offered.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Shared accommodation

Company pension scheme

On-site parking

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Experience in the agricultural, farming or fresh produce sectors.
• Experience operating/driving machinery.
• HGV licence is essential.
• Forklift training is required.
• UK driving licence required to get to the site as it is remote.

Responsibilities

• Operate tractors, sprayers, cultivators, and harvest machinery.
• Drive HGVs as required.
• Maintain accurate records for compliance.
• Assist with groundwork, weeding, and general fieldwork.

Skills

Experience in the agricultural sector

Experience operating machinery

HGV licence

Forklift trained

Full UK driving licence

Effective communication skills

Job description

This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract.

Tractor and HGV Driver

Location of the Job: Devon - South West of England.

Salary and Benefits Package

• Competitive hourly rate per hour, depending on experience.
• Shared accommodation - mobile home / caravan.
• Company pension scheme.
• On-site parking.
• A supportive and friendly working environment.

Additional information

• This is a permanent, full‑time position.
• Offering 40+ hours of work each week.

About The Company

A well-established and family-oriented vegetable growing and packing business.

The Job Role Details

As the Agricultural Machinery Operator, you will play a key role in the day‑to‑day operations of our farm, ensuring efficiency and productivity in all agricultural tasks. This is a varied role that will require you to work with a range of machinery and equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate tractors, sprayers, cultivators and harvest machinery for fieldwork, including ploughing, planting, spraying, and harvesting.
• Drive HGVs.
• Maintaining accurate records for compliance and audit readiness.
• Operate and maintain associated farm machinery.
• Assist with groundwork, weeding, and general fieldwork as required.
• Support additional operations during peak times, including harvesting and yard work.
• Assist with the movement and transportation of materials, fresh produce, and equipment around the farm.
• Carry out general farm duties such as hedge cutting, rolling, and fertilising.
• Work alongside farm managers and other team members to ensure smooth day-to-day farm operations.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations to maintain a safe working environment.

Ideal Person Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in the agricultural, farming or fresh produce sectors.
• Experience operating / driving machinery.
• HGV licence.
• Forklift trained.
• A full UK driving licence to get to the site, as the farm is remote.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work well within a team environment.

How to apply

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