Job Summary:
Rattlerow Farms is one of the largest and longest established, privately owned and entirely independent pig genetics businesses in Europe. The company has 70 years experience, spanning three generations, and has continuously invested in its genetics and high health which has allowed it to make enormous economic gains with producers and also retailers. We farm over 3,000 acres of arable land in Suffolk. The farm includes a biogas plant with some indoor and outdoor pig farms.
The job will involve working during Harvest 2026 (July to September) with an experienced arable team based in Suffolk and surrounding area. The rotation includes winter wheat, spring beans, sugar beet, maize and rape.
Desired skills and personal qualities
- Age 21 years plus
- Ability to operate modern farm machinery including JCB Fastracs, JCB teleporters, John Deere and Fendt tractors
- Physically able to meet the demands of the role
- Positive “can do” attitude
- An aptitude to work and learn
- An interest in Agriculture
- Long hours would be needed
- Weekend availability
Qualifications required
- Driving licence
- A teleporter Licence would be useful however training would be available
- Two /Three years harvest experience
Benefits
- Competitive Salary
- Life Assurance
- Company Discounts Programme on 1000 of major stores (Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Currys etc)
- Employee Assistance Programme for Employee and Dependents
- GP Helpline for Employee and Dependents
- Free Parking
Job Type: Temporary
Benefits:
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- Live within 30mins commute of Stradbroke
- Age 21 or over - due to insurance restrictions
Experience:
- Harvest: 2 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Teleporter Licence (preferred)
- Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
