We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced operator to join the Farm team to help harvest the apples and manage the orchards in this full-time role starting in August, in time for the apple harvest.
About the farm business
Located in a beautiful part of Somerset, near Shepton Mallet, Orchard Park Farm comprises of over 200 Ha of cider apple orchards under management, and has a juice-processing cidery, pressing and making approximately 1.2 million litres of base cider per year. It is a growing rural business and hosts public facing events throughout the year.
We strive to create a friendly and inclusive culture within the workplace, investing in LANTRA training, excellent Health & Safety standards, and ensuring our people are a priority.
Responsibilities of the role:
· Operating the apple harvester
· Driving John Deere tractors, JCB slew, telehandler and ATV.
· Operating apple shakers and blowers.
· General orchard care: Pruning, tree planting, mowing.
· Helping with events and other activities
· General farm duties
Applicants need to be:
· Passionate about the outdoors
· Enthusiastic and self-motivated
· Willing to learn
· Able to work alone as well as in a team
· Committed to good time-keeping
· Reliable with a positive can-do attitude.
· Have an aptitude for machinery maintenance
Candidate Requirements
· Experienced in tractor driving is essential and ideally self-propelled harvesters.
· Forklift, telehandler, ATV, chainsaw and spraying certificates desirable, but training can be provided.
· Full UK Driving Licence
· Minimum age 18 years.
· Applicants must be able to show evidence of the right to work in the UK.
What we offer
· Pay: £25,300 - £30,000 p.a. depending on age and experience.
· Opportunity to earn paid overtime.
· 28 days holiday including Bank Holidays
· Company pension
· Opportunities to learn new skills
· Be part of a small and friendly team of up to 8 employees at peak season (Sep-Nov)
· Free on-site parking
· Assistance with finding accommodation, if needed.
Work Location: In person at Orchard Park Farm, BA4 6SF
Working Hours: 45 hrs/week. Monday-Friday (07:30 – 17:00), with some weekends and extra hours during busy season (Sep – Dec).
To apply
Send CV and a covering letter to [email protected]
For further information call Neil on 07831 483392
Application deadline: 12 June 2026
Interviews: 18 – 28 June 2026
Start date no later than 17 August 2026
Pay: £25,300.00-£30,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
