Dyson Farming is a family-owned business, with a vision to benefit future generations through a commitment to commercially viable and environmentally sustainable food production at scale. We strive to be industry leaders in efficient, carbon-neutral, high-technology agriculture, employing highly skilled, pioneering people and supported by research and development in an ever-closer partnership with our sister company, Dyson. We see the future of agriculture as an exciting opportunity to improve the nation's food security, health, and economic growth.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Spray Operator to join our farm team in Carrington!
Requirements
* Confident to lead as a spray operator
* Responsibility of maintaining vehicles, machinery, and equipment to a high standard.
* Responsible for stock management including fertilisers etc.
* Managing the infield operation of the harvesting team and coordinating tractors and trailers.
* Liaising with our company Agronomists and Farm Manager to understand spraying requirements.
* Ensuring that records are kept up to date and accurate through our state-of-the-art ag system XFarm
* Working safely within our onsite workshop
* Undertaking other general farm work activities as required
Person Specification
* An understanding of precision farming and modern agricultural machinery
* Demonstrate a proactive attitude and commitment to health and safety
* Experience of spraying with a high attention to detail
* Hold PA1, 2 and 4 qualifications
* A good attention to detail and strong commitment to environmental protection
* Experience of large scale cultivation operations
* Professional manner
* Proactive and flexible approach to work
* Willing to take responsibility and ownership for tasks
* Ability to work under own initiative but also as part of a multifunctional team
* Holds a current UK driving licence
Benefits
* 24 days holiday plus bank holidays
* Life assurance;
* Pension scheme;
* Charitable Giving via payroll (Give as You Earn);
* Cycle to work scheme;
* Free annual flu jab;
* Free eye test;
* Employee Assistant Programme;
* Access to product discounts;
* Organised social events;
* Free parking;
* Accommodation available
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