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AD Plant Operator/ Skilled Tractor Driver
Job Posted: 17 hours ago
Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Shropshire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a forward-thinking, family-run farming business. Based on a mixed farm in Shropshire, this hands-on role centres around supporting the daily operations of a 250kW anaerobic digestion (AD) plant as well as undertaking tractor driving responsibilities.
About the Role:
You'll be responsible for day-to-day tasks at the AD plant, including feeding the system using a telehandler, monitoring performance, recording data, and performing routine maintenance.
The role also includes seasonal and ongoing work in the arable enterprise over almost 1000 acres of cereals, renewable and grassland. You'll undertake cultivations, digestate spreading, and trailer work during harvest. There's opportunity to undertake and learn in other areas such as spraying, drilling etc.
No prior experience with AD plants is required and full training can be provided to the right candidate, however would be preferable.
Previous experience in agriculture or a relevant industrial/engineering setting, and a good practical understanding of machinery, would be advantageous.
This is a varied and rewarding position with the opportunity to work as part of a small, motivated team on a farm that balances commercial ambition with a strong sense of family and community.
Key Responsibilities:
Daily operation and monitoring of the AD plant
Feeding the plant using a JCB telehandler
Routine maintenance and keeping the site clean and functional
Support with wider arable operations throughout the year
Weekend and call-out duties on a flexible rotaThe Ideal Candidate Will Have:
Minimum 1 year of experience in a relevant operational or agricultural role
Basic mechanical and engineering aptitude
A practical, thorough, and observant approach to work
Basic IT skills (Excel/Word) and numeracy
The ability to work independently and within a team
A full UK driving licence (telehandler ticket desirable but not essential)What We Offer:
Competitive salary dependent on experience
A 3-bedroom cottage in a nearby village within walking distance of work and local amenities
Full training and development opportunities for the right person
A supportive and welcoming working environment within a well-established family farm Interested to hear more? Apply below or get in touch with me, Hannah, on (phone number removed) or email me (url removed)
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