Farming & Machinery Supervisor

Posted 6 hours 11 minutes ago by Godolphin Management Co Ltd

Permanent
Full Time
Primary Industry Jobs
Suffolk, Newmarket, United Kingdom, CB8 0
Job Description

Farming & Machinery Supervisor Vacancy

Are you an experienced farm machinery operator with a passion for land management and agronomy? If so, this could be the ideal opportunity for you.

Godolphin are seeking to recruit an experienced Farming & Machinery Supervisor to lead a team of three machinery operators. This role oversees all machinery operations across our Newmarket locations, ensuring the safe, efficient, and timely delivery of services to our Stud Farms, Sheep Department, Residents and the wider Estate.

This is a full-time permanent position, where standard working hours are Monday - Friday, 07:30 - 16:30, plus Saturday mornings. This role requires a flexible approach to working hours, including the ability to adapt to changing priorities and workloads. Working patterns may vary day-to-day depending on operational needs.

About the role

Key responsibilities for this role include (but are not limited to):

  • Acting as the primary point of contact for all departments' machinery needs and managing daily work schedule for the team.
  • Overseeing a full range of agricultural and estate operations, including fertilising, baling, and harvesting
  • Managing the care and maintenance of hayland and stud pasture, including re-seeding, overseeding, and delivering fertiliser programmes
  • Coordinating the delivery and distribution of hay, straw and other materials related to animal care and horticultural use
  • Taking responsibility for the maintenance and servicing of machinery, handheld tools and equipment, including daily operational checks and coordination with external service providers.

About you

We would like to hear from you if you are passionate about farming and committed to delivering high-quality service. You will also bring:

  • Strong knowledge of land management and agronomy
  • Excellent leadership and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise workloads effectively
  • Proven experience and certification in the use of agricultural and estate machinery
  • PA1 & PA6 spraying certificates
  • Experience of supervising a small team (desirable)

Additional information:

In return, we offer a salary from £40,000, and a generous benefits package including:

  • Free company accommodation
  • Private healthcare (including dental cover)
  • Pension scheme
  • Life assurance
  • Group income protection
  • Discretionary Christmas bonus
  • A benefits platform offering discounts and cashback at major retailers
  • Health & wellbeing initiatives including discounts at local and major chain gym groups

Full job description is available upon request.

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Closing date for applications: Wednesday 25th March 2026, however, candidates will be screened whilst the role is open and we reserve the right to close the vacancy ahead of the above-mentioned date should we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Godolphin aims to create a diverse and inclusive working environment in which everyone feels valued, that their contribution matters and they are able to perform to their full potential. We therefore encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances, and we will be happy to discuss any adjustments you may require to make our workplace one you can thrive in.

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