Combine Harvester Driver Operator

Posted 14 days 23 hours ago by Menter a Busnes

Permanent
Full Time
Other
Devon, United Kingdom
Job Description
Farm Machinery Driver

This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract.

Location of the Job:

Devon - South West of England.

Salary and Benefits Package:
  • Competitive hourly rate per hour, depending on experience.

  • Shared accommodation - mobile home / caravan.

  • Company pension scheme.

  • On-site parking.

  • A supportive and friendly working environment.

Additional Information:
  • This is a permanent, full-time position.

  • Offering 40+ hours of work each week.

About The Company:

A well-established and family-oriented vegetable growing and packing business.

The Job Role Details:

As the Farm Machinery Operator, you will play a key role in the day-to-day operations of our farm, ensuring efficiency and productivity in all agricultural tasks. This is a varied role that will require you to work with a range of machinery and equipment. You will be driving tractors and the combine harvester.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Operate tractors, combine harvesters, cultivators and harvest machinery for fieldwork, including ploughing, planting, spraying, and harvesting.

  • Maintaining accurate records for compliance and audit readiness.

  • Operate and maintain associated farm machinery.

  • Assist with groundwork, weeding, and general fieldwork as required.

  • Support additional operations during peak times, including harvesting and yard work.

  • Assist with the movement and transportation of materials, fresh produce, and equipment around the farm.

  • Carry out general farm duties such as hedge cutting, rolling, and fertilising.

  • Work alongside farm managers and other team members to ensure smooth day-to-day farm operations.

  • Adhere to health and safety regulations to maintain a safe working environment.

Ideal Person Skills & Qualifications:
  • Experience in the agricultural, farming or fresh produce sectors.

  • Experience operating / driving farm machinery like tractors and combine harvesters.

  • A full UK driving license to get to the site, as the farm is remote.

NVQ Requirement

All applicants must hold an NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2 or an equivalent qualification which is relevant and necessary for the job that you are applying for.

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