Skilled Farm Worker

CSS; King's Lynn and West Norfolk; On-site; Full time

Job description

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a progressive arable farming company located near Kings Lynn. Due to their growth and development, they are seeking to employ a Skilled Farm Worker to start ASAP.

Permanent role

£14 per hour plus time and a half after 39 hours basic.

Requirements for the role:

1. Competent and experienced tractor driver
2. Telehandler and/or loading shovel certificates
3. Pa1 and Pa2 certificates
4. Experienced with drill applications
5. Experienced with fertiliser applications
6. Experienced with cultivations
7. Root crop harvesting would be advantageous
8. Workshop skills
9. Attention to detail, self-disciplined, and a person who takes pride in their work
10. Individual must have a passion for farming and a willingness to complete tasks to a reasonable standard

This role is quite varied, and the applicant must realise their duties are not limited to the above.

The company is a progressive arable farm growing a variety of combinable, forage, and root crops. The candidate should have accurate record-keeping skills, good communication skills, and be able to work on their own and as part of a team.

As part of the wider aspect of farming, there will be a hands-on approach to build on the environmental schemes for the farm, which include hedge planting and maintenance.

Benefits:

1. A competitive salary
2. The use of up-to-date machinery
3. On-going training to fulfil your role
4. Progression and wider responsibility for the right candidate
5. Generous annual holiday entitlement