Skilled Arable Operator

The Company

A well established and progressive farming enterprise with multiple sites in Norfolk is looking for a skilled arable operator to join their team. The business manages a diverse mix of arable land, woodland, grazing and marshland, with a strong focus on high quality crop production and sustainable land management. Modern machinery, investment in storage and irrigation infrastructure, and a commitment to best practice underpin everything they do.

You will support year round arable operations across several blocks of land, working closely with the farm management team. This is a hands on role with seasonal peaks and a strong focus on attention to detail. Key duties include:

• Cultivation, drilling, fertiliser applications and cover-crop management
• Harvest operations: combining, carting and trailer work
• Monitoring and managing grain and potato stores
• Supporting crop protection and stewardship schemes, including accurate record-keeping
• Setting up and maintaining irrigation equipment
• General estate work: hedges, fencing, gateways, tracks and drainage
• Machinery care: daily checks, routine maintenance and basic repairs
• Telehandler/forklift operations and occasional local deliveries
• Administration tasks such as job sheets, timesheets and field records

• Proven experience operating a range of agricultural machinery (tractors, drills, cultivators, sprayers, combines, telehandlers)
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to health and safety
• Ability to carry out basic machinery maintenance and diagnostics
• Reliability, organisation and a professional, discreet approach
• Flexibility to work varying hours during busy periods
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a small team
• Full UK driving licence (trailer entitlement an advantage)

Certificates/Tickets (or willingness to train):

• Telehandler and counterbalance forklift
• PA1 & PA2 (spraying)
• Basic first aid

Additional qualifications such as PA4/PA6, FACTS/BASIS, abrasive wheels or B+E trailer entitlement are desirable but not essential.

• Competitive salary dependent on experience
• Pension and holiday entitlement
• Modern, well-maintained machinery and equipment
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive, safety driven working environment

If you are an experienced agricultural operative looking for a supportive farm that values work life balance then get in touch:

📞 Rachel Richardson - /
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No need for a polished CV, just send over what you have and we can take it from there.