Tractor Driver

Chappell Enterprises; Billericay; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A rapidly growing company in Essex is seeking motivated Tractor Operators for highways and vegetation maintenance. This position offers a full-time stable role primarily on night shifts, with competitive pay and additional overtime options. Applicants should have essential qualifications like a CSCS Card and a flexible approach to work.

Benefits

Stable, full-time position

End-of-year overtime review

No work on bank holidays

Early finishes on most Fridays

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of grounds maintenance ideal; training available.
• Experience in vegetation clearance, hedge cutting, and general grounds maintenance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct tractor mowing and flail operations.
• Perform ride-on mowing and robotic mowing.
• Execute hedge cutting, brush cutting, and general maintenance.

Skills

Reliability

Flexibility

Motivation

Education

CSCS Card

ROLO Card (BALI H&S)

Highways England Passport

Safety Critical Medical

Tools

Brushcutter

Chainsaw

Ride-on Mower

Job description

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Job Title: Tractor Operator – Highways & Vegetation Maintenance

Location: Based in Billericay, Essex (jobs up to 1.5 hours away)

Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 per year

Shifts: Monday - Friday (Night shifts: 6:30pm – 4:30am, occasional day shifts: 8:00am – 4:30pm)

80-85% of the work is on night shifts – so flexibility is essential! Most nights are job and knock, meaning early finishes once the work is done, and Fridays often finish earlier too.

About The Role: We're looking for Tractor Operators to join a specialist team maintaining Highways, A-roads, and Motorways across Essex and surrounding areas.

About Our Client: Our client, established in January 2016 and based in Essex, is a small but rapidly growing business committed to outstanding customer service. They operate a modern fleet of tractors and meticulously maintained machinery, believing that reliability stems from proper care and investment. By working closely with clients and offering expert advice, our client ensures each project meets high standards of satisfaction, all while continually evolving their equipment and services to stay at the forefront of the industry.

What We're Looking For: We need switched-on, keen, and motivated individuals who take pride in their work. Reliability, flexibility, and a willingness to get stuck in are essential. A basic understanding of grounds maintenance is ideal, but training can be provided for the right candidates.

Key Responsibilities:

• Tractor mowing & flail operations
• Ride-on mowing & robotic mowing
• Hedge cutting & brush cutting
• General grounds maintenance & vegetation clearance

Desired Qualifications:

• CSCS Card
• ROLO Card (BALI H&S)
• Highways England Passport
• Safety Critical Medical
• Relevant tickets – Brushcutter, Chainsaw, Ride-on Mower, or similar

Perks & Additional Info:

• Stable, full-time position with competitive pay
• End-of-year overtime review – if you work over 2,500 hours, you'll get paid extra!
• No work on bank holidays or the Friday before a bank holiday
• Most Friday nights finish early

How to Apply: If you have the experience, motivation, and work ethic to thrive in this role, we'd love to hear from you! Submit your CV and a brief cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and qualifications.

Chappell Enterprises UK is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role.