Job description
Machine Operator
Agricultural Machine Operator- Field Trials – Bicester - £36,000 DOE
The Job:
- Using machinery to assist in all aspects of field trials operations
- Take a lead in the maintenance and servicing of equipment as far as possible and to liaise with outside contractors when repairs are beyond the companies’ capabilities/facilities
- Assist with harvesting and drilling operations specifically
- Completing service, calibration, maintenance and repair of trial plot equipment
- Assisting with specific field trial tasks such as marking out, plot spraying, over-spraying and assessments
You will be put through the knapsack sprayer course (PA1 and PA6), the tractor sprayer course (PA2) and HGV.
Working hours are generally sociable however these do extend in peak times to meet demands of harvest.
The Company:
Our client is among the most established and experienced contract field trials companies in the UK. They have built a strong and longstanding reputation as a trustworthy and independent player in the industry. Their primary services focus on evaluating agrochemicals, crop varieties, fertilisers, biostimulants and organic products for the crop protection sector.
The Candidate:
We’re looking for energetic and motivated individual to join our client as an Agricultural Equipment Operator.
- Ability to work well with others in a collaborative environment
- Open to working in varying weather conditions and adjusting to new challenges
- Familiarity with machinery or a willingness to learn. If you love working outdoors or are eager to learn, this is the job for you!
The Package:
- Salary ranging from £27,000 - £36,000 DOE
- Training: HGV PA1 PA2 & PA6
To apply, please email your CV for Peter Quinn Senior Recruitment Consultant at PQuinn@agriRS.co.uk.
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