Experienced Arable Operator – 1,000 Acre Potato Farm - East Lothian - £16–£17 per hour / circa £45,000 per annum + 2 Bed Farm Cottage Available

Experienced Arable Operator
Experienced Arable Operator – 1,000 Acre Potato Farm - East Lothian - £16–£17 per hour / circa £45,000 per annum + 2 Bed Farm Cottage Available

The Job:
We are seeking an experienced Arable Operator to join our progressive 1,000-acre potato enterprise based in East Lothian. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a well-established and forward-thinking farming business with modern machinery and strong team values.

Key responsibilities:
- Combine operation during harvest
- Potato harvesting operations
- Planting and cultivation work
- Irrigation setup and management
- General machinery operation and maintenance
- Supporting day to day farm activities as required
- Modern equipment experience is essential and a strong understanding of arable systems particularly potatoes would be highly advantageous.

Working Hours:
- Winter months: Monday to Thursday
- Summer months: Daylight hours, with longer hours required during peak and harvest periods
Flexibility during busy periods is essential.

The Candidate:
- Proven experience in arable farming
- Competent combine and harvester operator
- Experience with planting and irrigation systems
- Mechanically minded and able to maintain machinery
- Reliable, self-motivated, and a good team player
- PA1/PA2 and telehandler certificates desirable (but not essential)

The Package:
- Hourly rate £16–£17 per hour (circa £45,000 annually depending on experience)
- 2-bedroom farm cottage available
- Opportunity to work within a progressive and supportive business

Please email your CV to Grace Hartwell, Senior Delivery Recruitment Consultant, GHartwell@agriRS.co.uk.

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