Tractor Driver (3-Month Temp Contract)

Manpower UK Limited; Oxford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable employment agency is seeking an experienced Tractor Driver to support grounds maintenance in Oxford. The role involves operating various tractors and equipment, conducting maintenance, and ensuring safety compliance. Ideal candidates will have extensive tractor experience and relevant certifications. This position offers a 3-month temporary contract with flexibility for weekend work.

Qualifications

• Proven horticultural, agricultural, or relevant land-based background.
• Trailer Licence (B+BE) or substantial trailer experience.
• CSCS card for construction site work.

Responsibilities

• Operate tractors performing tasks such as bio-chopping and flailing.
• Conduct routine tractor maintenance and report faults.
• Support general grounds upkeep including weed control and hedge cutting.

Skills

Extensive experience operating tractors

Effective team player

Good communication skills

Flexible and reliable

Education

Certified: NPTC Tractor Driving

Full, clean driving licence

Tools

Excavators

Forklifts

Ride-on mowers

Job description

Tractor Driver (3-Month Temp Contract)

We are recruiting on behalf of a respected client for an experienced Tractor Driver to join their team on a short-term basis. This role involves working safely and independently with tractors and a range of related machinery, supporting general grounds maintenance and assisting team leaders as required.

Responsibilities

• Operate tractors performing tasks such as bio-chopping, flailing, and using specialised PTO implements with minimal supervision.
• Attach, detach, and manage 3-point linkages and PTO-driven tractor attachments; support other tractor operators.
• Conduct routine tractor maintenance, basic repairs, cleanliness checks, and report faults.
• Haul and reverse large tractors and trailers safely on private land and public roads.
• Use a variety of machinery including excavators, dumpers, forklifts, and ride-on mowers.
• Support general grounds upkeep: weed control, hedge cutting, litter removal, cultivations, chipping, mulching, and lawn maintenance.
• Assist Gardening Team leaders and take responsibility for assigned work areas.
• Monitor and report Health and Safety risks related to tractor operations, following risk assessments and communicating concerns.
• Secure tractors and equipment at the end of the day.
• Flexibility to work some weekends and overtime as required.

Essential Criteria

• Extensive experience operating a broad range of tractors and equipment.
• Proven horticultural, agricultural, or relevant land-based background.
• Effective team player with good communication skills.
• Flexible and reliable approach to various tasks.
• Certified: NPTC Tractor Driving, Plant Operator (e.g., excavators, IPAF), Forklift or Telehandler.
• Full, clean driving licence; Trailer Licence (B+BE) or substantial trailer experience.
• CSCS card for construction site work.

Desirable Qualifications

• First Aid at Work
• PA1 / PA6 / PA2 pesticide certification
• Ride-on mower certification
• Mechanical qualifications
• CAT Cable Detection Training

Pre-Employment

This role involves safety-critical duties including working at heights, lone working, manual handling, and exposure to various environmental conditions. Offers are subject to standard pre-employment checks including right-to-work, identity verification, references, and a health assessment.

To apply, please submit your CV and highlight relevant certifications and experience.