Tractor Driver

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

Job summary

A family-oriented agricultural company in Devon is seeking a Farm Machinery Operator / Tractor Driver to ensure efficient and productive farm operations. You will operate various machinery including tractors and sprayers, maintaining records and assisting with general farm duties. The position is full-time, providing a competitive hourly rate based on experience and shared accommodation. Applicants must have experience in the agriculture sector and a valid UK driver's license.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Shared accommodation

Company pension scheme

On-site parking

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in farming or fresh produce.
• Ability to operate various types of farm machinery.

Responsibilities

• Operate tractors, sprayers, and harvest machinery.
• Maintain accurate records for compliance.
• Assist with general farm duties.

Skills

Experience in the agricultural sector

Experience operating farm machinery

Full UK driving license

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 ***

Farm Machinery Operator / Tractor 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.
• 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 farm machinery.
• A full UK driving license to get to the site, as the farm is remote.

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