Overview
Tractor Driver and Sprayer Operator - Soft Fruit & Arable Operations
Location: Stafford, Staffordshire. Salary and benefits package available. This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship; the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK to be offered an employment contract.
Responsibilities
* Operate a variety of agricultural machinery including vineyard tractors, harvesters, telehandlers, and excavators
* Apply crop protection products (pesticides, herbicides, fertilisers) to soft fruit and arable crops
* Carry out machinery maintenance and repairs to minimise downtime
* Assist with cultivation and harvesting (ploughing, drilling, harrowing, baling)
* Load and transport materials using lifting equipment
* Build, maintain, and dismantle tunnels and galvanised structures for fruit production
* Support general farm operations and infrastructure projects
Ideal person skills & qualifications
* Minimum 2 years' experience operating tractors
* Full UK driving licence (Category B) - essential
* Physically fit (capable of lifting up to 40kg)
* Strong mechanical awareness with problem-solving skills
* Reliable, punctual, and able to manage time effectively
* A good communicator and team player
* Comfortable working in all weather conditions
* Basic computer skills
* Certificates such as PA1, PA2, PA3, PA4, Forklift/Telehandler licence, or ATV licence - desirable but not essential (training available)
* Previous soft fruit or irrigation experience - advantageous but not essential
Working hours
* 39 - 60 hours per week
* Monday to Friday, with weekend availability required (must work either Saturday or Sunday)
How to apply
Please click on the 'apply now' button or email your CV
About the company
Our client is a successful and progressive soft fruit and arable producer supplying leading UK retailers. The business combines traditional values with innovative growing techniques and offers opportunities for career development within a supportive team culture.
The job role details
You will be responsible for operating a range of agricultural machinery, applying crop protection products, and supporting key farm operations to ensure efficient and successful production. The role will also involve maintenance, structural work, and assisting with general farm duties.
Employer information
Established in 2013, Agricultural and Farming Jobs provide recruitment, headhunting, and job advertising services across agriculture, horticulture, food and fresh produce, veterinary, animal health, agrochemicals, machinery, technical and engineering sectors.
We thank all applicants who apply for this role. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview. Your application will be handled with confidence and your personal data will not be shared with third parties without consent.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Management and Manufacturing
Industries
* Machinery Manufacturing
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