Lead Sprayer & Combine Operator

LEAD SPRAYER & COMBINE OPERATOR

Rougham Estate is situated just outside the picturesque market town of Bury St Edmunds in Suffolk. The Estate features a diverse landscape of oak lined hedgerows, ancient meadows, and woodland, with a cropping area of approximately 1,100 hectares of combinable crops and sugar beet.

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the arable team for a capable and enthusiastic individual to take on the role of Lead Sprayer and Combine Operator, alongside general farm worker responsibilities.

THE ROLE

• Operating and maintaining a 30m Horsch VT 5.230 self-propelled sprayer for the application of crop protection products and liquid fertilisers
• Operating and maintaining a Claas Lexion 7700TT combine with Convio ft header, harvesting wheat, barley, rye, and oilseed rape
• Supporting wider estate operations, including Christmas Tree Cutting
• Maintaining accurate operational records and ensuring machinery is maintained to a high standard
• Working safely and efficiently both independently and as part of a wider team

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum age of 21 for operation of self-propelled machinery
• Full UK driving licence
• PA1 and PA2 certificates
• Strong interest in agronomy and precision farming technology
• Excellent attention to detail and record-keeping skills
• Good computer literacy
• Strong workshop and machinery maintenance skills
• Positive and flexible attitude, with willingness to work extended seasonal hours
• Good communication skills and a proactive approach to work
• Strong awareness of health and safety standards

REMUNERATION & BENEFITS

• Competitive hourly pay with overtime opportunities
• Standard 39-hour working week
• Local accommodation available if required
• Pension scheme
• 32 days holiday including bank holidays
• Ongoing training and professional development

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