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Tractor Driver (3-Month Temp Contract)
Job Posted: 15 hours ago
Salary: £ 14.98 - 18.3 / Hour
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Oxford, Oxfordshire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Tractor Driver (3-Month Temp Contract)
Rate: £14.98 - £18.30 per hour (dependent on experience)
Contract: 3-month temporary contract to cover sickness
Location: Oxford City CentreWe are recruiting on behalf of a respected client for an experienced Tractor Driver to join their team on a short-term basis. This role involves working safely and independently with tractors and a range of related machinery, supporting general grounds maintenance and assisting team leaders as required.
Responsibilities
Operate tractors performing tasks such as bio-chopping, flailing, and using specialised PTO implements with minimal supervision.
Attach, detach, and manage 3-point linkages and PTO-driven tractor attachments; support other tractor operators.
Conduct routine tractor maintenance, basic repairs, cleanliness checks, and report faults.
Haul and reverse large tractors and trailers safely on private land and public roads.
Use a variety of machinery including excavators, dumpers, forklifts, and ride-on mowers.
Support general grounds upkeep: weed control, hedge cutting, litter removal, cultivations, chipping, mulching, and lawn maintenance.
Assist Gardening Team leaders and take responsibility for assigned work areas.
Monitor and report Health and Safety risks related to tractor operations, following risk assessments and communicating concerns.
Secure tractors and equipment at the end of the day.
Flexibility to work some weekends and overtime as required.
Essential Criteria
Extensive experience operating a broad range of tractors and equipment.
Proven horticultural, agricultural, or relevant land-based background.
Effective team player with good communication skills.
Flexible and reliable approach to various tasks.
Certified: NPTC Tractor Driving, Plant Operator (e.g., excavators, IPAF), Forklift or Telehandler.
Full, clean driving licence; Trailer Licence (B+BE) or substantial trailer experience.
CSCS card for construction site work.
Desirable Qualifications
First Aid at Work
PA1 / PA6 / PA2 pesticide certification
Ride-on mower certification
Mechanical qualifications
CAT Cable Detection Training
Pre-Employment
This role involves safety-critical duties including working at heights, lone working, manual handling, and exposure to various environmental conditions. Offers are subject to standard pre-employment checks including right-to-work, identity verification, references, and a health assessment.
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