Job Overview:
Join our team as a Tractor Operator and play a vital role in maintaining equipment, operating a range of equipment within our contracting business. As a Tractor Operator, you will be responsible for operating tractors and related equipment to a high standard on our own farm and for our customers within our contracting company. This position is perfect for individuals with a strong mechanical knowledge and a passion the job. You should fit in well with our small team on our family farming and Agri contracting business.
A candidate with some experience in the sector but wants to further their career then training can be given, as well as putting the successful candidate through their 360 digger ticket.
A works van and fuel card is available to the successful candidate after a successful trail period.
Responsibilities:
- Operate tractors to perform tasks such as tilling, ploughing, planting, and harvesting
- Main duties will include carting potatoes, grain and bales, as well as hedge cutting and digger work.
- Digger and landscaping work
- Utilize power tools and hand tools to maintain grounds and gardens
- Ensure proper maintenance of tractors and equipment
- Collaborate with other members of the team as necessary.
- Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines while operating machinery
- Support in other farm related activities as needed
Qualifications:
- 360 digger ticket
- Prior experience in operating tractors, diggers or similar heavy equipment
- Proficiency in using power tools and hand tools.
- Strong mechanical knowledge to troubleshoot equipment issues
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Ability to work on their own initiative.
If you are a dedicated individual with experience in tractor operations and a keen interest in progressing your career in agriculture we invite you to apply for the Tractor Operator position.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £12.50-£15.50 per hour
Additional pay:
- Bonus scheme
- Safety bonus
- Yearly bonus
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Gym membership
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
- Store discount
Flexible language requirement:
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person
