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.

What You Will Be Doing

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

What You Need

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.

What Is In It For You

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

How To Apply

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

Rachel Richardson - /

Or connect with me on LinkedIn

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