Tractor driver & workshop engineer

Tractor Driver & Workshop Engineer

Job details

Posted 16 September Salary £ - £ per annum, Benefits: Accommodation provided at a subsidised rate (£/month; market value ~£) LocationEssex Job type Discipline Agricultural & Farm Services ReferenceRS-

Job description

Tractor Driver & Workshop Engineer
Tractor Driver & Workshop Engineer – Essex + £37, per year + subsidised accommodation

The Role:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Tractor Driver & Workshop Engineer to join a well-established family-run arable farm in Essex. The business grows potatoes, wheat, barley, peas, beans, and linseed, and is now seeking a reliable, skilled individual to contribute to both seasonal tractor operations and year-round workshop engineering.

Key Responsibilities:
- Operating tractors for potato harvesting (May–October) and general arable duties.
- Running irrigation systems and managing grading when required.
- Overseeing workshop operations, including servicing, fault diagnosis, and repairs.
- Carrying out preventative maintenance and resolving machinery issues quickly.
- Maintaining a clean, organised, and safe working environment.

The Candidate:
- Experienced tractor driver with proven arable background.
- Strong engineering skills, with ability to work on machinery, including modern electronics.
- Organised, methodical, and reliable; takes pride in machinery upkeep.
- Flexible and committed, able to adapt to seasonal workload demands.

The Package:
- Salary: £37, per year.
- Accommodation provided at a subsidised rate (£/month; market value ~£).
- Varied role with both tractor work and workshop engineering.
- Supportive, family-run farm with a strong team culture.