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Agricultural Machinery & Groundworks Operator - Essex (Epping Forest District) - £30, – £37, + Overtime (OTE £45,+)
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Posted 04 March Salary £ - £ per annum, Benefits: Overtime (OTE £45,+) LocationEssex Job type Discipline Agricultural & Farm Services, Groundcare, Amenity & Forestry ReferenceCL -
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Agricultural Machinery & Groundworks Operator
Agricultural Machinery & Groundworks Operator - Essex (Epping Forest District) - £30, – £37, + Overtime (OTE £45,+)
The Job:
A well established rural contracting business operating across Essex and surrounding counties is looking to appoint an experienced machinery operator to support a diverse portfolio of agricultural and land-based works.
This position offers long term security, modern equipment, and substantial overtime for those keen to maximise earnings.
The successful candidate will be involved in a broad mix of agricultural and countryside projects, including:
- Highway verge and hedge operations
- Pasture and grassland improvement
- Rural fencing and infrastructure works
- Countryside access maintenance
- Farm support tasks
- Small scale groundworks and land development
-Forestry and vegetation management
This is a practical, site-based role suited to someone comfortable working outdoors in all seasons.
Key Duties:
- Operating high-horsepower tractors and specialist attachments
- Using plant machinery such as excavators, telehandlers and dumpers
- Carrying out routine machine checks and basic maintenance
- Working independently to complete scheduled works
- Maintaining high standards of safety and presentation on client sites
The Candidate:
- Demonstrable experience operating large agricultural tractors
- Full UK driving licence
- Competent using agricultural or construction plant
- Telehandler certification advantageous
- excavator experience beneficial
- Self-motivated and reliable
- Practical mindset with good mechanical awareness
The Package:
- Competitive salary depending on experience
- Consistent overtime availability (circa + hours annually typical)
- Strong earning potential exceeding £45,
- Pension scheme
- Ongoing training and certification support
- Stable employment within a growing rural enterprise