Tractor and Loader Operator

Dolphin Group; Åhus; Presencial; SEK 296.800 - 333.900; Jornada completa

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Accommodation with Wi-Fi

Bedding and work clothes provided

Support from Dolphin staff

Descripción de la vacante

Dolphin Group is seeking an experienced tractor and loader driver for a family-owned pig farm near Åhus, Sweden. This role starts with a 14-day arrival test followed by a 3-month contract at €22.50/hour, contingent on successful completion of the test.

Key responsibilities include operating various farm machinery, including combine harvesters and performing maintenance work. The farm provides accommodation and support for self-employment registration.

Formación

• Practical experience in combine harvesting and chopping.
• Ability to conduct welding and lathe work for machinery repair.
• Strong physical condition and capability for teamwork.

Responsabilidades

• Operate combine harvesting and forage chopping machines.
• Conduct baling and manure spreading.
• Perform repair and maintenance on machinery.

Conocimientos

Fair and communicative English

Driving licence: category B (CE a plus)

Experience in forage chopping

Experience in square and round baling

Experience in handling solid and liquid manure

Repair and maintenance skills

Descripción del empleo

Period: 3-month contract with possible extension

Hours: Minimum 40 hours/week

Work will proceed as a 14‑day arrival test followed by a 3‑month contract if successful, with a possibility of extension.

About this recruitment

We are recruiting 1 tractor and loader driver (farm machinery operator) for a large family‑owned pig farm near Åhus in southern Sweden. The position is offered as a self‑employed assignment through Dolphin Group.

Working hours and pay

Minimum 40 hours per week; may extend to a maximum of 80 hours in extreme conditions.

€22.50/hour (after approved arrival test)

During the probationary arrival test, payment is €20 per hour.

Self‑employment rules apply (expected fiscal expenses around 37% depending on annual income).

Qualifications

• Fair and communicative English.
• Driving licence: category B (CE a plus).
• Practical experience in:
  • Forage chopping.
  • Square and round baling.
  • Handling solid and liquid manure.
  • Repair and maintenance, including welding and turning (lathe work).
  • Teamwork and physical work.
  • Good health conditions.

Candidate profile

Strong, experienced operator in combine harvesting, chopping, both types of baling, and manure handling.

Repair and maintenance skills, including welding, turning, and general machinery repairs.

Selection process

Initial application, 14‑day arrival test, and final regular contract if successful.

14‑day arrival test

The candidate travels to the farm for a 14‑day arrival test period, compensated at €20 per hour.

Regular contract

If successful after the arrival test, a 3‑month contract commences at €22.50 per hour, with possible extension.

Tasks

Operate combine harvesting, forage chopping, square and round baling, and both solid and liquid manure spreading. Conduct repair and maintenance work—including welding, turning, lathe operations, and general machinery repairs—on modern machinery fleet.

Accommodation

The farm provides accommodation meeting Dolphin Group minimum standards, including Wi‑Fi, individual bedrooms, and a shared kitchen, bathroom, and living room. Bedding and work clothes are provided.

• Swedish self‑employment offered, with assistance for registration and filing to the authorities.
• Support by Dolphin staff for administration, travel, and miscellaneous details.
• The candidate must have a full passport (not only a national ID).