Tractor Operator / Driver

Bamford Contract Services Ltd; Heywood; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council agency in Rochdale is seeking an experienced Tractor Operator / Driver to maintain outdoor spaces. You will operate tractors and machinery, perform grounds maintenance tasks, and ensure compliance with health and safety guidelines. This role offers competitive pay of £13.26 per hour and the chance to work within your community on a temporary ongoing basis, with potential for long-term employment.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Opportunity to develop new skills

Work with a dynamic team

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating tractors and associated machinery.
• Ability to conduct basic mechanical checks and maintain equipment.
• Experience in grounds maintenance or horticulture is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Operate tractors and associated machinery safely and efficiently.
• Conduct routine checks and minor maintenance of machinery.
• Collaborate effectively with teams and provide excellent customer service.

Skills

Tractor operation

Grounds maintenance

Communication skills

Team player

Health and safety knowledge

Flexibility

Education

UK driving licence (Category B)

Category C1/C preferred

Job description

Tractor Operator / Driver

Rochdale

£13.26 per hour

Temporary - Ongoing

Are you an experienced Tractor Operator or Driver with a passion for maintaining outdoor spaces? Do you want to make a difference in your community? Our client, a local council in Rochdale, is looking for a Tractor Operator / Driver to join their team on a temporary ongoing basis, with competitive pay at £13.26 per hour.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in the heart of the community, ensuring that public spaces remain clean, green, and accessible for all.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate a range of tractors and associated machinery (mowers, trailers, snow ploughs, gritters) safely and efficiently in line with council requirements.
• Carry out grounds maintenance tasks, including grass cutting, hedge trimming, and verge management.
• Assist with winter maintenance tasks such as leaf clearance and salting/gritting roads.
• Transport materials, equipment, and waste using council vehicles.
• Conduct routine checks and minor maintenance of tractors and machinery to ensure they are in safe working order.
• Ensure strict adherence to health and safety guidelines and council policies.
• Collaborate effectively with other teams to deliver high-quality public services and contribute to community projects.
• Interact with residents and the public in a positive, professional manner, providing excellent customer service.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience operating tractors and associated machinery, with a strong focus on safety and efficiency.
• A valid UK driving licence (Category B is essential, Category C1/C preferred).
• Experience in grounds maintenance or horticulture (e.g., grass cutting, hedge trimming, sports pitch maintenance) is highly desirable.
• Ability to perform basic mechanical checks and maintain equipment.
• Excellent knowledge of health and safety practices.
• Good communication skills and a strong team player.
• Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and in varying weather conditions.

Why Apply for this Tractor Operator / Driver role?

• Competitive pay at £13.26 per hour.
• Work with a dynamic team within your local community.
• Ongoing temporary role with potential for long-term employment.
• Opportunity to develop new skills in grounds maintenance and machinery operation.

If you have the required skills and experience, we want to hear from you! Apply today to make a difference in Rochdale's public spaces.