Sprayer Operator -
- Employer
- R&K DRYSDALE
- Location
- Southern Scotland
- Salary
- Competitive Salary
- Closing date
- 5 Jan 2024
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- Sector
- Farm Work & Management, Arable & Agronomy, Machinery, Food & Fresh Produce, Crop Science & Nutrition, Technical
- Job Type
- Driver/Operator, Farm Worker, Specialist, Sprayer Operator
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
About us
Drysdale’s are a large-scale vegetable producer and processor based in the Lothians and Borders of Southern Scotland. We grow approximately 800Ha of Specialist vegetables including Brussel sprouts, Leeks and Swede.
About the role
Drysdale’s are looking for a versatile, enthusiastic and conscientious full-time Sprayer Operator.
The successful applicant will be expected to operate and maintain one of two Fendt Rogatorself-propelled sprayers and maintain application records.
Whilst working as part of a small spraying team, the successful applicant will be required to assist the larger farming team at quiet times of the spraying calendar.
The salary will be between £35,000 and £45,000 per year based upon experience.
Essential skills, traits, and qualifications -
· PA1, PA2 and PA4
· Experience in operating sprayers and large machinery
· Takes pride in their work and carries out tasks to the highest standard
· A keen eye for detail
· Has an interest in crop protection and husbandry
· Has basic workshop skills
· Willing to work flexible hours during peak times
· Self-motivated and works well as part of a team
· Full UK driver’s licence
Please apply with a CV and covering letter.
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