Tractor Driver

Agricultural and Farming Jobs Agency; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-oriented agricultural business in Devon is looking for a Farm Machinery Operator/Tractor Driver to ensure daily operational efficiency on the farm. The role entails operating various machinery, maintaining compliance records, and supporting a range of fieldwork. Applicants should have experience in agriculture, hold a relevant qualification, and possess a full UK driving license. This is a permanent full-time position, offering competitive rates and additional benefits.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Shared accommodation

Company pension scheme

On-site parking

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Must hold NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2, or equivalent.
• Experience in the agricultural, farming, or fresh produce sectors.
• Ability to operate and drive farm machinery.

Responsibilities

• Operate tractors and other machinery for fieldwork.
• Maintain records for compliance and audits.
• Assist with general farm duties including planting and harvesting.

Skills

Experience in agricultural sectors

Experience operating farm machinery

Full UK driving license

Education

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent qualification

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.
• Maintain 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.

All applicants must hold an NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2 or an equivalent qualification that is relevant and necessary for the job.

How to apply

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