Agricultural Labourer

Location: Shipdham

We are currently looking for a hardworking, reliable and physically fit Agricultural Fencing Contractor to join a small, friendly team on a temp-to-perm basis.

This is a hands-on, outdoor role working across East Anglia, predominantly Norfolk, with projects within the agricultural, forestry, equine and viticulture sectors.

Hours:

Monday to Friday, 07:30 – 16:30
Hours per week: 42.5 hours

The Role

You will be involved in all aspects of fencing work, including:

Erecting and repairing a variety of fencing.

Working predominantly on agricultural, forestry and equine fencing projects.

Setting out and preparing fence lines.

Digging and preparing ground for fencing.

Handling and installing posts, strainers, rails and wire.

Moving fencing materials and equipment.

Operating modern fencing machinery, including tracked post knockers and diggers.

Working safely around machinery and other members of the team.

Maintaining a high standard of workmanship.

Keeping work areas, machinery and vehicles clean and tidy.

This is a physically demanding role, involving regular lifting, carrying, digging and handling of fencing materials. You will be working outdoors throughout the year and in all weather conditions, so you must be comfortable and willing to get stuck in.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

Has a strong work ethic and takes pride in their work.

Is physically fit and comfortable with manual work.

Is reliable, punctual and hardworking.

Has a positive attitude and good attention to detail.

Is practical and willing to learn.

Works well both independently and as part of a small team.

Can work safely and responsibly around machinery.

Is willing to take instruction and develop new skills.

Experience & Training

Previous experience in agricultural, forestry, equine fencing, viticulture or machinery operation would be an advantage, but previous fencing experience is not essential.

Full training will be provided for the right candidate, including training on modern fencing machinery.

Requirements

Full UK driving licence.

Physically capable of carrying out demanding manual work.

Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic.

Good attention to detail.

Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a small team.

What We Offer

Temp-to-perm opportunity.

Full training provided.

Training and experience using modern fencing machinery.

Variety of work across agricultural, forestry, equine and viticulture environments.

The opportunity to develop practical fencing and machinery skills.

Work within a small and friendly team.

Please note:

Work will take place at various sites across East Anglia, predominantly in Norfolk. The advertised 07:30–16:30 hours are the hours on site; travel to and from the work site is outside these working hours.

Is This the Job for You?

If you're someone who doesn't shy away from hard work, enjoys practical outdoor work, takes pride in doing a job properly and wants to learn new skills, we'd like to hear from you.

Previous fencing experience is a bonus — the right attitude, work ethic and willingness to learn are what matter most