Tractor Driver & Workshop Engineer

Overview

Tractor Driver & Workshop Engineer
Location: Essex
Salary: £37,128 per year + subsidised accommodation

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Tractor Driver & Workshop Engineer to join a well-established family-run arable farm in Essex. The business grows potatoes, wheat, barley, peas, beans, and linseed, and is seeking a reliable, skilled individual to contribute to both seasonal tractor operations and year-round workshop engineering.

Responsibilities

• Operating tractors for potato harvesting (May-October) and general arable duties.
• Running irrigation systems and managing grading when required.
• Overseeing workshop operations, including servicing, fault diagnosis, and repairs.
• Carrying out preventative maintenance and resolving machinery issues quickly.
• Maintaining a clean, organised, and safe working environment.

The Candidate

• Experienced tractor driver with proven arable background.
• Strong engineering skills, with ability to work on machinery, including modern electronics.
• Organised, methodical, and reliable; takes pride in machinery upkeep.
• Flexible and committed, able to adapt to seasonal workload demands.

The Package

• Salary: £37,128 per year.
• Accommodation provided at a subsidised rate (£250/month; market value £750).
• Varied role with both tractor work and workshop engineering.
• Supportive, family-run farm with a strong team culture.

Please email your CV to Rebekah Shields, Global Recruitment Managing Director, .

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