Telescopic Handler/Tractor Driver
Location: Surrey
Reporting to: Farm Manager
The Company: One of the UK’s largest, independent Berry companies specialising in the production of Strawberries, Blueberries and Raspberries.
The Industry: Farming, Management, Fresh Produce, Fruit
Purpose of the Role: Responsible for delivery of the day-to-day spray operations at the farm.
Ensuring that tasks are completed at the optimum timing and to a high standard. Adhering to all health and safety requirements of the role and taking responsibility for pre-use checks and maintenance on any machinery and/or equipment used.
Key Responsibilities:
Health and Safety
Ensure that all work carried out is completed with the full awareness of you and your colleague’s health and safety.
Ensure that RA are adhered to when necessary.
Ensure that accurate entries are maintained for spraying records and pre-use checks.
Ensure that all documents required for audits are kept up to date on a day to day basis.
Be aware of the condition of any spray equipment and/or machinery on farm and report any machinery that does not meet defined standards to your line manager.
Ensure that the chemical store is kept tidy and is secured when not in use.
Ensure that company products meet safety, legality and quality requirements.
Tractor Driving
Driving of tractors and other farm implements.
Operating tractors safely and efficiently.
Performing inspections of tractors and attachments like graders, rollers, etc., and ensuring they are well-lubricated.
Using tractors to transport materials and pull or push agricultural equipment.
Operating tractors with laser levelling equipment to prepare fields.
Reporting any faults or concerns to the Farm Manager and other relevant stakeholders.
Remaining alert while driving and servicing the tractor, and maintaining the appropriate speed limit at all times.
Completing minor repairs on tractor and farm equipment.
Equipment and Tractor Maintenance
Responsible for pre-use checks and maintenance of tractor equipment and machinery being used.
Ensure that all equipment is appropriately washed and cleaned thoroughly at the end of each day.
Ensure the security of all machinery and equipment when not in use.
Other duties
Understand how each department/site fits into the company structure.
Meet key Managers and line staff.
Ensure all duties are carried out in accordance with Health & Safety regulations as given in company Risk Assessments.
Ideal Person Skills and Qualifications:
Clean UK/EU Driving Licence – Essential.
Hold a recognised qualification (PA1, PA6, etc.) – Desirable.
Previous experience spraying and tractor driving – Desirable.
Personal skills required.
Flexibility on working hours.
Problem solving and prioritising skills.
Detail conscious.
Safety compliance.
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
Basic understanding of farm machinery.
Represent the company brand at all times and communicate the company values.
The Package:
Salary depending upon experience.
How to apply: Please send your CV and cover letter to; Emma@agriFJ.co.uk
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