AGRICULTURAL WORKER

FARM OPERATIVE

LOUTH, LINCOLNSHIRE

OTE  £35K – £40K (7:30 – 16:00 Mon – Thu, 7:30 – 15:00 Fri + overtime)

Are you an experienced Agricultural/Farm Operative/Farm Labourer seeking an amazing opportunity to join a well-established, well-known, family-owned farm located on the outskirts of Louth?

As a key member of the team, the Farm Worker, will report directly to the Farm Manager and play a crucial role in overseeing the day-to-day operations of this 1400-acre arable farm. With your expertise, perhaps as an experienced Farm Labourer, and ability to manage tasks efficiently, you will have the opportunity to take ownership of the workload and contribute to the ongoing success of this thriving agricultural business. This is a fantastic opportunity to bring your skills to an established farm and make a lasting impact on its future.

It is vital you understand the necessity of working long hours during the harvest season, your commitment will be well rewarded.

Key Responsibilities Farm Worker:

•    Experienced machine operator – tractor, teleporter, chain saw

•    Experienced in machinery servicing and repairs

•    Good knowledge of fertiliser spreading, hedge cutting and cultivations (crops include wheat, barley, and oilseed rape) 

•    Grain drying experience is essential

•    Ad hoc day to day activities associated with maintaining a busy farm to necessary high standard

o    Minor property repairs on tenant’s properties

o    Maintaining hedges, boundaries etc on farm property and surrounding areas

Personal Specification Farm Worker:

•    Organised and able to work alone, using own initiative

•    Honest and trustworthy

•    Willing and keen to work overtime especially during harvest season

•    Skilled and careful machine operator

•    Excellent driving skills with clean licence

•    Excellent written and verbal communication skills (English)

Farm Machinery & Equipment Specialist

Louth

£Negotiable

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Agricultural Machinery & Equipment Specialist to expand our clients Farmers Collective Machinery Auctions and assist in establishing a successful “deadstock” auction at their well-established livestock auction venue in the heart of Louth. Utilising their existing infrastructure, you will be responsible for organising and managing regular sales, driving growth, and overseeing the auction process from start to finish.

This interesting role is ideal for someone with extensive experience within farming / agricultural,  along with knowledge of farm machinery and equipment, particularly in Lincolnshire, the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and Nottinghamshire. It would be a great role for someone looking for a new challenge or a semi-retired professional from either a sales or farming background seeking a rewarding opportunity. The role will be working on a part-time basis. Auctioneering experience is not required.

If you have worked as a Farm Manager or Agricultural Engineer and still have a keen interest in farming, together with some spare time, this may be an ideal opportunity for you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Seller Acquisition: Identify and secure consignments from local farmers, farm machinery and equipment dealers in the region.
• Market Development: Build and nurture relationships with buyers and sellers, expanding the auction’s presence.
• Auction Management: Organise and lead the 4 auctions per year with our existing support team
• Valuation & Cataloguing: Accurately assess and catalogue machinery for auction.
• Marketing & Promotion: With the support of our Marketing Manager, develop marketing strategies to attract buyers nationwide, leveraging both traditional and digital channels.
• Online Auction: Manage and grow online auction participation.
• Logistics & Administration: Oversee equipment handling, storage, security and all related administrative tasks.
• Compliance: Ensure adherence to industry regulations and best practices throughout the auction process.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in the sector with a strong track record.
• In-depth knowledge of the agricultural machinery market.
• Well-established network across the agricultural trade, especially in Lincolnshire, East Midlands, Yorkshire, and Nottinghamshire.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organisational abilities and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Familiarity with online auction platforms (desirable).
• Understanding of auction processes and regulations.

Opportunity:
 This role offers the chance to help build a sustainable auction business in a well-established venue. The company is flexible on remuneration, including commission-based options, to suit the right candidate.