Orchard Operative
Orchard Operative (Tractor Driver) - Shropshire - £28,000 - £34,000 DOE – Accommodation Support
The Job:
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Orchard Operative (Tractor Driver) to join stone fruit orchard team, which is in planning to be planted. This is a hands on role involving machinery operation, crop management and seasonal team support. The successful candidate will have experience working within an orchard environment, including tractor operations and be confident working with modern growing systems that includes polytunnels and/or rain covers. We offer a supportive working environment within a modern stone fruit production system and the opportunity to develop skills across all aspects of orchard operations.
The Candidate:
- Experience operating tractors within an orchard or horticultural setting
- Knowledge of polytunnel systems and flat-top crop covers
- Understanding of spraying programmes and machinery maintenance
- Familiarity with irrigation and fertigation systems
- Experience with pruning, thinning, and fruit production
- Previous involvement in supervising seasonal agricultural labour
- Practical, fit & healthy, hands-on and reliable
- Comfortable working outdoors in all conditions
- Strong attention to detail and crop quality
- Team player with a proactive attitude
The Package:
- £28,000 - £34,000 DOE
- Company will support with accommodation if required, not available on site
Please email your CV to Amber Read, Recruitment Delivery Consultant, at aread@AgriRS.co.uk.
Candidate Requirements
Candidates must also have the legal right to work in the UK or hold a valid visa permitting employment.
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