Tractor Driver

Job purpose

To support the Fieldman and Operations Team in driving tractors, sludge/slurry handling and any other tasks as required

Working as part of the Operations Team undertaking the following duties:

• Driving tractors
• Handling sludge/slurry as required
• Operating machinery as required including umbilical systems
• Maintain a respectful relationship with farmers and ensure good lines of communication
• Be ready to commence work at the defined start-time and that ongoing issues are properly passed over to the oncoming administrator at the end of a shift.
• Conduct any safety checks as required including pre start checks and report any defects
• Follow Safe Systems of Work and Standard Operating Procedures at all times
• Concur with the company dress-code at all times, including the wearing of PPE
• Conduct any necessary training required for the role. The jobholder should be prepared to work in different areas of the department/business as required.
• Identify areas of inefficiency and waste, and suggest improvements to their Line Manager
• Ensure work is completed to a high-standard, and all necessary documentation is completed. Report any concerns to the relevant line manager
• Maintain a respectful and constructive working relationship with colleagues and managers.

The Candidate:

Essential

• Physically fit
• Flexibility to work unsociable hours/days
• Adaptable to change
• Able to work in a fast-paced team environment.
• Able to work within a team and independently
• Clean driving license

Desirable

• Umbilical systems experience

A clean driving license is essential due to the nature of this role and a commercial company vehicle will be provided.