Skilled Tractor Operator / Sprayer Operator in Maidstone

Skilled Tractor Driver/Sprayer Operator - Fresh Produce Farming

This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant must have existing Right to Work in the UK.

Are you an experienced and motivated Sprayer Operator with a passion for high-quality crop production and sustainable farming systems? Do you thrive working outdoors, operating modern application equipment, and maintaining high standards of compliance and record keeping? Are you looking to develop your career within a progressive fresh produce farming business?

Location: Kent - Accommodation may be available - to be discussed

Salary & Benefits:

• £14.25 - £14.68 an hour + overtime available at overtime rate
• Permanent, full-time position
• Flexible hours required during peak season
• Ongoing training and professional development supported

About the Company:

My client is a leading UK fresh produce farming business producing high-quality salad and herb crops for major retailers. The business is committed to sustainable crop production, environmental stewardship, and maintaining high technical and audit standards, supported by continued investment in people, technology, and infrastructure.

Sprayer Operator - The Job Role Details:

You will be responsible for the safe, accurate, and timely application of crop protection products and fertilisers across salad and herb crops. You will also support wider farm operations including groundwork, machinery maintenance, and seasonal growing tasks. The role requires a strong focus on compliance, record keeping, and maintaining audit-ready standards across chemical storage, equipment, and farm systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Accurate and timely application of fertilisers and crop protection products, including working outside normal hours when required due to weather conditions
• Maintain and update application records using farm recording systems
• Monitor and maintain adequate stock levels of chemicals and fertilisers, ensuring compliant storage
• Maintain chemical store cleanliness and audit readiness
• Clean, maintain, and ensure spraying and spreading equipment remains compliant and audit ready
• Maintain required NRoSO points and comply with environmental risk assessments
• Support research and trials of new application technologies
• Communicate crop or operational risks to the Farm Manager
• Support groundwork and growing operations, particularly at season start and finish
• Ensure full compliance with company Health & Safety and farm procedures

Ideal Candidate Skills & Qualifications:

You will have / be:

• A skilled tractor driver with experience in crop protection spraying
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards
• Competent using farm recording or digital farm management systems
• Good communication skills and ability to work within a team
• Strong understanding of health, safety, and environmental compliance

Desirable:

• Experience in fresh produce or intensive cropping systems
• Interest in application technology and innovation

Qualifications:

• PA1, PA2, PA4S, PA6
• NRoSO Registered

Working Hours:

Full-time. Weather and seasonal demands may require flexibility and extended hours during peak periods.

How to Apply:

Please click on the "apply now" button. As we are a specialist recruitment business within the Agricultural and Farming industry, we do require that ALL applicants must hold an NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2 or an equivalent qualification which is relevant and necessary for the job that you are applying for.

We thank all applicants who apply for this role. However, only those shortlisted for interview will be contacted. Rest assured your application will be handled in complete confidence and your personal details will not be shared with any third party without your prior consent.

About Us:

Established in 2013, Agricultural and Farming Jobs provide expert recruitment, headhunting, and job advertising services across agriculture, horticulture, food and fresh produce, veterinary, animal health, agrochemicals, machinery, technical and engineering, and specialist education sectors across the UK and internationally.