Seasonal Tractor Driver
Location: Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire
Contract: Seasonal
Salary: Competitive hourly rate, overtime rate
BH Savidge & Son is a family run business located in Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire farming a mix of Combinable Crops and Potatoes. We are currently farming 1000 hectares with 300ha of this being potatoes. We are now looking for a tractor driver to join our team for the summer campaign.
The role will involve but not be limited to general tractor operations involving all aspects of planting and harvesting all crops. The experience of the candidate will affect the level of responsibility they are given.
Tasks will include but not be limited to:
· Trailer work
· Irrigation
· Cultivations
· Forklift/Telehandler work
The role is extremely varied, and no two days are the same.
Attributes that the successful candidate will possess:
* Must have previous experience in operating farm machinery
* Pro-active and can-do attitude
* Ability to work as part of a team
* Good communication skills
* Full driving licence
We have work available from middle of March till the end of October. We are particularly looking for someone from the start of June through until the end of October. We have the scope to take on up to 2 individuals.
Accommodation is also available on site.
Please send CV with interest to or call the office on for more information.
Job Types: Temporary, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 7 months
Expected hours: No less than 39 per week
Benefits:
* Casual dress
* On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Ross-on-Wye: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person