Tractor Driver

Agricultural and Farming Jobs; Richmond; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural recruitment service seeks a skilled Tractor Driver / General Farmworker to contribute to diverse farm operations. The ideal candidate will have expertise in operating farming machinery and a solid understanding of arable and horticultural tasks, with a full UK driving license essential. This position requires a reliable team player ready for varied manual tasks, with flexibility during peak seasons.

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating tractors and agricultural machinery.
• Good understanding of arable farming operations.
• Physically fit and willing to undertake varied tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operate modern farm machinery including tractors and trailers.
• Support arable operations like drilling and harvesting.
• Carry out general farm maintenance tasks.

Skills

Operating tractors and agricultural machinery

Understanding of arable farming operations

Physically fit

Team player

Flexible to work longer hours

Job description

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The Job Role Details:

As a Tractor Driver / General Farmworker, you will be involved in a wide variety of farm operations throughout the year. From drilling and cultivating to harvesting and livestock work, you'll be an integral part of daily farm activity, with a focus on machinery operation and supporting both arable and horticultural tasks.

Tractor Driver / General Farmworker - Key Responsibilities:

• Operate a range of modern farm machinery including tractors, cultivators, drills, and trailers
• Support arable operations including drilling, fertilising, and harvesting
• Assist with the cultivation and harvest of crops
• Supervise farmworkers where required
• Carry out general farm maintenance such as fencing, buildings, and drainage

Tractor Driver / General Farmworker - Ideal Person Skills & Qualifications:

You will have/be:

• Proven experience operating tractors and agricultural machinery
• Good understanding of arable farming operations and crop husbandry
• Physically fit and willing to undertake varied manual tasks
• A reliable team player with the ability to work independently
• Flexible to work longer hours during peak seasons (e.g., harvest, vegetable/fruit seasons)
• A full UK driving licence is essential

Desirable (Not Essential):

• Telehandler or forklift licence
• PA1/PA2 spraying certificates
• Livestock handling experience
• Basic mechanical knowledge for machinery upkeep

How to Apply:

Please click on the "apply now" button. Submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and why you are suited to the role.

The Industry (Key Words):

Tractor Driver, General Farmworker, Sprayer Operator, Mixed Farming, Arable, Horticulture, Livestock, vegetable crops, Strawberries, Machinery Operator, Agriculture, Farm Maintenance, Seasonal Farming, Farming Jobs UK

Additional Information:

We thank all applicants who apply for this role. However, only those shortlisted for interview will be contacted. Your application will be treated in the strictest confidence, and your personal details will not be shared with any third party without your prior permission.

About Us:

Established in 2013, Agricultural and Farming Jobs provide outstanding recruitment head-hunting and job advertising services. We are the trusted recruitment partner of choice to industry-leading organisations across the UK and internationally. We recruit specifically for all roles within the sectors of agriculture, farming, horticulture, food and fresh produce, veterinary, animal health, agrochemicals, machinery, technical and engineering, and specialist education.