Tractor Operator & Maintenance Operative

Chappell Enterprises UK; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Job summary

Chappell Enterprises UK is seeking a Natural Construction & Maintenance Operative to join the team. You will be responsible for preparing, constructing and maintaining sports pitches, with tractor operation a key part of the role across projects nationwide.

Ideal candidates will have tractor experience, a full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel. The role offers a full-time contract, competitive salary and the opportunity to work with a leader in sports surfaces across the UK.

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating tractors.
• Experience in farming, agriculture, construction, landscaping or grounds maintenance.
• Willingness to travel nationwide and stay away from home.
• Ability to operate basic construction tools & machinery.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Full Clean UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Prepare sites for sports pitch construction and maintenance.
• Perform natural grass pitch maintenance, including tractor operations, line marking, fertiliser spreading.
• Safely operate tractors and tractor-mounted machinery & attachments.
• Undertake basic groundworks such as levelling, kerb laying, drainage works.
• Operate construction power tools and machinery (dumpers, diggers, tractors).
• Assist in laying and installing natural sports turf and related materials.
• Carry out basic machinery checks and report faults or maintenance needs.
• Ensure work methods are followed and maintain a clean, safe site.

Skills

Tractor operating experience

Flexibility to travel nationwide

Full Clean UK Driving Licence

Teamwork & communication

Tools

Construction tools & machinery

Job description

At A Glance

• Job Title: Tractor Operator & Maintenance Operative
• Location: Northwest England and Scotland
• Salary: £35,000 - £40,000
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Start Date: ASAP
• Sector: Construction & Maintenance
• Key Requirements: Tractor operating experience, flexibility to travel nationwide, and a full Clean UK Driving Licence.

Please note - Tractor operating experience and a full clean UK Driving Licence are required for you to be considered for this position.

Are you an experienced tractor operator with a background in farming, agriculture, construction, landscaping or grounds maintenance? Do you enjoy practical outdoor work and operating a range of machinery? Our client, a leader in the construction and maintenance of natural sports surfaces, is seeking a dedicated Natural Construction & Maintenance Operative to join their team.

About Our Client:

Our client is renowned for delivering top-tier sports surfaces across the UK, from grassroots pitches to stadium-quality fields. They pride themselves on their commitment to excellence and their ability to transform outdoor spaces into premier sports venues.

About the Role:

As a Natural Construction & Maintenance Operative, you will be integral to the preparation, construction, and maintenance of sports pitches. Tractor operation will be a key part of the position, alongside other practical construction and maintenance duties. This role could be particularly well suited to an experienced farm worker or agricultural operative looking to transfer their skills into the sports turf industry. You will work on diverse projects nationwide, ensuring that each site meets the highest standards. This role involves significant travel and time away from home during peak periods.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the team to prepare sites for sports pitch construction and maintenance.
• Perform natural grass pitch maintenance tasks, including tractor operations, line marking, and fertiliser spreading.
• Safely operate tractors and tractor-mounted machinery and attachments.
• Undertake basic groundworks such as ground levelling, kerb laying, and drainage works.
• Operate construction power tools and machinery, including dumpers, diggers, and tractors.
• Assist in the laying and installation of natural sports turf and related materials.
• Carry out basic machinery checks and report any faults or maintenance requirements.
• Ensure all work methods are followed precisely and maintain a clean, safe site.

Requirements:

Essential -

• Proven experience operating tractors.
• Previous experience in farming, agriculture, construction, landscaping, grounds maintenance or a similar practical outdoor role.
• Flexibility to travel nationwide and work away from home.
• Ability to operate basic construction tools and machinery.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Full Clean UK Driving Licence.

Desirable -

• Previous experience as a farm worker or agricultural operative.
• Experience operating tractor-mounted attachments and implements.
• Experience with sports turf maintenance.
• Familiarity with health and safety regulations.
• Previous experience in a similar role.

Why Join our Client?

• Work with a leading company in the sports surface industry.
• Engage in diverse and challenging projects.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Be part of a dedicated and supportive team.

Chappell Enterprises UK is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and are a Disability Confident Employer, offering interviews to disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role.

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