Land And Estate Care Taker / Tradesperson in Holmfirth, Yorkshire

Location: Holmfirth, West Yorkshire

Salary: Competitive salary (based on experience)

Job type: Permanent, Full Time or Part Time Basis, Minimum of 3 Days per week

About us:

For over 75 years, Longley Farm has proudly produced premium dairy products, combining traditional family values with innovation and modern technology. Renowned for quality and authenticity, our award-winning dairy products are enjoyed across Yorkshire and around the globe. As we continue to grow, we are looking for an experienced Land and Estate Care Taker to join our talented maintenance team. Please note no sponsorship opportunities are available for this role so all candidates will require the right to live and work in the UK.

About the role:

This is an opportunity for someone with a practical mindset, a passion for outdoor work, and a variety of maintenance skills to thrive in a dynamic role. You will report directly to our Estates Manager and be required to work independently, bringing creativity and problem-solving skills to a range of tasks while ensuring the maintenance of our grounds and infrastructure. This role is available on either a full-time or part-time basis, with flexible and negotiable hours (minimum 24 hours per week). Availability is required on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, with a minimum of 8 hours worked on each of these days. All necessary equipment will be provided.

Key Responsibilities:

• Grounds Maintenance: Ensure the site exterior is maintained to a high standard year-round, including grass cutting, strimming, general gardening and upkeep of dry-stone walls, gates, stiles, fences, fields, water troughs, culverts, and pathways.
• Effluent Plant Operation and Maintenance: Operate and maintain the effluent plant to ensure it runs efficiently and within required specifications. Carry out regular checks, assisting in the maintenance and cleaning of the effluent system, including land irrigation.
• Animal Care: Support the herding and welfare checks of our cows during the summer months.
• Building and Repairs: General building repairs, including joinery, plumbing, and painting, drainage, clearing gutters, roof cleaning. Some high level working.
• Equipment and Storage: Maintain a tidy and organised work and storage area and ensure equipment is in good working condition.
• Collaboration: Support the wider maintenance team for larger projects when necessary.
• Health & Safety: Ensure work is carried out safely and with attention to detail, always maintaining high-quality standards.
• Record Keeping: Keeping records of tasks, both written and photographic.

About you:

We are looking for someone with a diverse set of skills and a passion for practical work. This role involves a variety of tasks that require stamina, strength, and the ability to work in all weather conditions. The successful candidate will need to be physically capable of carrying out heavy lifting, outdoor tasks, and maintenance duties.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in a trade or property maintenance role
• Willingness to drive a tractor and site machinery (Training available)
• Punctual with a strong work ethic taking pride in your work, honesty, and reliability.
• Self-motivated and able to work effectively without close supervision and on own initiative.
• A full UK driving licence.

What’s on offer:

We believe in recognising and rewarding hard work. You’ll benefit from:

• Competitive pay, with increases after training.
• 33 days’ holiday per year (including bank holidays), pro rata equivalent.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Some paid breaks.
• Free parking and staff product discounts.
• Ongoing professional development and training.
• Regular social events and a supportive team.

If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a brief covering letter outlining your experience and salary expectations. Please click the APPLY button to send your CV for this role.

Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Multiskilled Tradesperson, Maintenance Caretaker, Estates Caretaker, Planned Maintenance Supervisor, Field Service Estate Manager, Multi-skilled Estates Manager, Estate Assistant, Estate Caretaker and Estate Tradesperson may also be considered for this role.