Sprayer Operator
Vacancy Ref: 54072 HL ADV
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The Company;
Vitacress Salads, based in leafy St Mary Bourne, Andover is one of the principal salad and watercress suppliers in the UK. With our own salad leaf farms, we take immense pride in delivering a field to fork operation. We grow, wash, pack and distribute salad and watercress for retailer own brands and our own brand Steve’s Leaves. We take pleasure in ensuring the best possible standard and we will empower you to do the same. From the way we grow our products, to the relationships we maintain with customers, everyone knows exactly what is going on. We are authentic and grounded. At the centre of everything is a trust that you can feel every day at work. From the salads that are grown on site; to the investment in facilities and the growth of the business; to growing and nurturing out talented employees, growing is truly at the heart of what we do. Join us and become a trusted partner in our business.
The Job Role;
You’ll be at the heart of growing the freshest, highest-quality salads and herbs. As our Sprayer Operator, you'll be responsible for the application of crop protection products and fertiliser to salad and herb crops. Outside of spraying there will be a requirement to assist in other growing functions and other tasks including maintenance of farm machinery.
Key Responsibilities;
Employees have a duty to take care of their own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by employees' actions at work. Employees must co-operate with employers and co-workers to help everyone meet their legal requirements.
1. Accurate and timely application of fertiliser and crop protection products. This may require working outside of normal hours during adverse weather conditions.
2. Maintain and update all application records on the farm recording system.
3. Ensure sufficient levels of chemical and fertiliser are in stock, and storage thereof is compliant
4. Ensure the chemical store is clean and tidy to ensure we are always audit ready
5. To clean and maintain all spraying and spreading equipment and ensure they are audit ready and compliant
6. Maintain the required NRoSO points and comply with local environmental risk assessments
7. Research and trial new application technologies
8. Communicate any issues to the Farm Manager that may jeopardise the quality and safety of the crop
9. Carry out groundwork and other growing tasks particularly at the start and end of season
10. Company Compliance - ensure H&S policies and farm procedures are followed
Working Conditions;
Outdoor and workshops
Values and Behaviours;
We're driven to deliver results we can be proud of through the behaviours of Rigour, Accountability and Confidence.
We're trusted, authentic and grounded through the behaviours of Listening, Honesty and Team Player.
We're focussed on always improving our offer and ourselves through the behaviours of Innovative, Proactive and Motivated.
Candidate Experience, Skills and Competencies;
Experience in crop protection spraying
Ability to use Farm Recording software
Eye for attention to detail
Good communicator
Qualifications;
PA1, PA2, PA4S, PA6
NRoSO registered
Personal Attributes;
Attention to detail
Innovative
Team player
Salary Package;
Competitive Salary
Additional Details:
Shift Pattern: 5 day week based on Farm Rota, hours will be variable - longer during peak season.
Hours: 40, overtime available
Ready to make an impact? Apply now and join a team that’s shaping the future of fresh food.