Job Overview:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Skilled Tractor Driver to join a dynamic team on a reputable dairy farm in Mid Wales. This role involves a variety of tasks crucial to the dairy operation, with a focus on fieldwork and machinery maintenance. If you have a strong work ethic, a passion for agriculture, and experience with John Deere and GPS guidance systems, we want to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform umbilical cord work and all field cultivations.
- Participate in grass and maize silage operations.
- Provide weekend cover for feeding the dairy herd once per month.
- Manage the silage clamp to ensure optimal conditions.
- Carry out basic maintenance of farm machinery.
- Work collaboratively as part of a team of three drivers.
Requirements:
- A clean driving license.
- Experience with John Deere tractors and GPS guidance systems.
- A conscientious attitude towards maintaining farm standards and equipment.
- Strong teamwork skills and a commitment to supporting colleagues.
- Right to work in the UK.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary based on experience and skill level.
- Accommodation provided: 4-bedroom house in the local village, just 1 mile from the main farm.
- Regular time off, with a 1 in 3 weekends work schedule.
- 28 days of annual holiday.
- Work with an award-winning pedigree herd.
- Be part of a family-run business with ongoing investment for future growth.
- Opportunity to contribute to a farm that supplies milk to a major UK retailer and make a significant impact on a high-performing dairy operation.
If you are an experienced tractor driver looking for a rewarding role in a supportive and progressive environment, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!
- Overseas candidates requesting sponsorship will not be considered for this role*