General Farm Worker & sprayer operator General Farm Worker & sprayer operator - Faversham, Kent - £30,000 – £40,000 DOE Working Hours Harvest season: 6 days per week, 6:45am – 5:00pm Winter season: 5 days per week, 7:00am – 4:00/4:30pm The Job: The successful candidate will take on a broad range of responsibilities, supporting the day to day running of the farm throughout the year. This is a varied position covering all aspects of fruit production and general farm maintenance, with working patterns that reflect the seasonality of the industry. Key Responsibilities: - Assist with all aspects of top fruit production, including pruning, thinning and harvesting - Operate farm machinery and equipment as required – spraying, mowing etc - Carry out general farm maintenance, including fencing, irrigation, and workshop tasks - Support seasonal workers during busy periods to ensure smooth harvest operations - Maintain high standards of health, safety and welfare for all staff on site - Ensure produce is handled and presented to quality assurance standards - Adapt flexibly to changing priorities across the year The Company: We are representing a well established 8 hectare top fruit farm based in Faversham, Kent. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated and reliable General Farm Worker to join a close knit team on a progressive fruit growing enterprise. The Candidate: - Previous experience in fruit growing, vineyards, pruning, horticulture general farm work is essential - Competent with machinery operation and basic maintenance - Strong work ethic, reliability and ability to work independently as well as part of a team - Flexible and adaptable to seasonal workloads - Driving licence essential - Min level 2 NVQ education The Package: - Competitive salary of £30,000 – £40,000 DOE - Full-time, permanent role with secure year round employment - Opportunity to develop and take on greater responsibility within a supportive farming business Please email your CV to Grace Hartwell, Senior Delivery Recruitment Consultant, GHartwell@agriRS.co.uk. Keep up-to-date with the latest opportunities from Agricultural Recruitment Specialists® by registering on our website: www.agriRS.com and following us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. As a leading and esteemed recruitment agency specialising in the agriculture, food, horticulture, equestrian, animal health and rural sectors, Agricultural Recruitment Specialists® prioritise roles across sales, management, marketing, operations and technical and engineering fields, including international and senior-level positions within our specialised sectors. Our suite of services encompasses bespoke recruitment solutions, executive search, candidate profiling, knowledge sharing, targeted advertising and comprehensive recruitment support. To discover how we can assist in advancing your career or meeting your recruitment needs, please visit www.agriRS.com or contact our recruitment team on 01905 345 155 or on our international number: 0044 1905 345 155. We are renowned for connecting the finest talent throughout the world with the best brands and organisations.